{"product_id":"coat-of-arms-of-the-12th-zone-of-the-guardia-civil-castile-and-leon-spain-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"Coat of Arms of the 12th Zone of the Guardia Civil - Castile and Leon (Spain) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCoat of Arms of the 12th Zone of the Guardia Civil - Castile and Leon (Spain) - Shot Glass Design\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis shot glass showcases the official heraldic emblem of the 12th Zone of the Guardia Civil, representing the region of Castilla y León in Spain. The design embodies the history, values, and institutional identity of this law enforcement division.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eVisual Elements and Representation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eAt the heart of the design lies the Iberian-style shield, a classic element of Guardia Civil heraldry.  The shield is quartered, displaying the arms of Castile and León. Golden castles on a red field, representing Castile, are juxtaposed with purple (or red) lions on a silver\/white field, symbolizing León. This visual pairing mirrors the regional coat of arms, signifying the historical union of these kingdoms.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe shield is crowned with the Spanish Royal Crown, a closed crown, in contemporary heraldic style. This emphasizes the Guardia Civil's allegiance to the Spanish monarchy and its role as a national institution.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eSymbolism\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eBehind the shield, the design incorporates two key symbolic elements: a sword and a fasces, crossed in an X-shape. The fasces, a bundle of rods, is a symbol of authority dating back to Roman times. The sword, notably depicted \"rendida\" (lowered), signifies that the force is subordinate to lawful authority and justice, not arbitrary power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe central imagery, with its castle and lion, recalls the historical kingdoms of Castile and León, the unification of which is represented by the quartered arms on the shield. This design element directly connects the 12th Zone's identity with the cultural and historical identity of Castilla y León.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51336766128408,"sku":"28224166362873098348","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-the-12th-zone-of-the-guardia-civil-castile-and-leon-spain-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1765565944","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/coat-of-arms-of-the-12th-zone-of-the-guardia-civil-castile-and-leon-spain-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}