{"product_id":"coat-of-arms-of-semipalatinsk-oblast-1878-russia-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"Coat of arms of Semipalatinsk Oblast 1878 (Russia) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eSemipalatinsk Oblast 1878 Shot Glass Design\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis shot glass showcases the intricate design of the coat of arms adopted for Semipalatinsk Oblast in 1878, a region within the Russian Empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eVisual Elements and Heraldic Details\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe design features a predominantly azure (blue) field, forming the backdrop of the emblem. Centered upon this field is a majestic gold (Or) Bactrian camel, depicted with vivid red (gules) eyes and reins. Above the camel, in the upper portion of the shield, a silver (argent) crescent moon, its horns pointing upwards, is elegantly crowned by a five-pointed silver star.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe shield itself is encircled by a decorative garland composed of golden oak leaves, meticulously tied together with the ribbon of the Order of St. Alexander, known as the \"Alexandrovskaya\" ribbon. Surmounting the entire composition is the Ancient (Imperial) Russian Crown, a symbol of the oblast's status within the Russian Empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eSymbolism and Meaning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe camel is a potent symbol of the region's steppe climate, desert-like environment, and its historical reliance on camels for transportation and trade across vast distances. The crescent moon and star pay homage to the Islamic cultural heritage of the local, largely Kazakh, population, while also indicating the region's unique identity within the broader structure of the Russian Empire.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe inclusion of the imperial crown and oak-leaf garland are standard elements in Russian Empire heraldry, denoting the oblast's status as an official administrative unit under the Tsar. This design beautifully blends elements of local culture and imperial authority, creating a rich and meaningful emblem.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51340232261912,"sku":"21421890561616465947","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5204\/4312\/files\/coat-of-arms-of-semipalatinsk-oblast-1878-russia-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1765785976","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/coat-of-arms-of-semipalatinsk-oblast-1878-russia-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}