{"product_id":"coat-of-arms-of-strijen-netherlands-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"Coat of arms of Strijen (Netherlands) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCoat of Arms of Strijen (Netherlands) Shot Glass Design\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis shot glass showcases the historic coat of arms of Strijen, a former municipality in the Netherlands, now part of Hoeksche Waard.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eDesign Elements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe primary design element is a golden (yellow) shield, the background of the coat of arms. Across this field are three striking red (gules) saltire crosses, also known as St. Andrew's crosses. These crosses are diagonal crosses, forming an \"X\" shape.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eRepresentation and Meaning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe saltire crosses are the key visual element, and the historical origin of the arms. They represent the noble lineage of the Counts of Strijen. Although the exact meaning of the crosses themselves is not explicitly documented with symbolic interpretations like justice or water, their use likely stems from the family's heraldic tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe color scheme further emphasizes the history. The original arms of the counts featured the same crosses on a silver (white) field. Over time, the golden background emerged, marking the evolution to lordship status and later, the municipal coat of arms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe design serves as a lasting tribute to the historical identity and lineage of Strijen, showcasing its distinctive heraldic emblem.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51339932631320,"sku":"28224758505340493066","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-strijen-netherlands-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1765788895","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/coat-of-arms-of-strijen-netherlands-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}