{"product_id":"coat-of-arms-of-the-london-borough-of-hammersmith-and-fulham-england-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"Coat of arms of the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham (England) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCoat of Arms of Hammersmith and Fulham Shot Glass Design\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis shot glass showcases the intricate Coat of Arms of the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, a design rich in symbolism and history. The artwork is centered around the shield, the most prominent element, which is characterized by its bold use of color and detailed imagery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eThe Shield's Symbolic Elements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe shield itself is divided, featuring a distinctive visual narrative. At the base, \u003cb\u003ebarry wavy Argent and Azure\u003c\/b\u003e, represents the River Thames, emphasizing the borough's riverside location. Overlaid upon this, two \u003cb\u003ehammers in saltire interlaced with a horseshoe Or\u003c\/b\u003e, forming a central emblem. This visually striking combination is a play on the name \"Hammersmith\" and is a direct inheritance from the former Metropolitan Borough. Above these, a \u003cb\u003echief Gules\u003c\/b\u003e (red) bears two \u003cb\u003eswords in saltire Proper, hilts and pommels Or\u003c\/b\u003e (gold), and a golden \u003cb\u003emitre\u003c\/b\u003e. These elements are derived from the arms of the Diocese of London, reflecting the historical ties to the Bishop of London.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eCrest and Supporters Detail\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe artwork extends beyond the shield to include additional heraldic elements. The \u003cb\u003ecrest\u003c\/b\u003e, set atop a wreath, features a \u003cb\u003emural crown\u003c\/b\u003e (representing a town) with an \u003cb\u003eancient ship oars in action Sable\u003c\/b\u003e. The ship alludes to the historic landing of Danish Vikings. The ship's \u003cb\u003eSanguine\u003c\/b\u003e (red) sail, unique in heraldry, might signify the bloodshed of the Vikings. It's charged with the Hammers and Horseshoe motif, reinforcing the borough's identity. On either side of the shield stand \u003cb\u003emale griffins Gules\u003c\/b\u003e (red), symbolic of strength and vigilance. They are \u003cb\u003eirradiated Or\u003c\/b\u003e (gold), \u003cb\u003earmed and langued Azure\u003c\/b\u003e (blue). Each griffin is gorged with a cord Or, from which hangs symbols with specific meanings. From the dexter griffin is an \u003cb\u003eescallop\u003c\/b\u003e representing George Pring and, on the sinister, a \u003cb\u003ecross crosslet Argent\u003c\/b\u003e representing Edward Latymer. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eA Visual Representation of Values\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis shot glass design encapsulates the spirit of Hammersmith and Fulham through its heraldic imagery. The detailed artwork showcases a visual narrative. This design celebrates not just the borough's location and history, but also its civic values, making it an ideal piece of collectible art.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51335468777752,"sku":"11243114845443901041","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-london-borough-of-hammersmith-and-fulham-england-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1765572152","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/coat-of-arms-of-the-london-borough-of-hammersmith-and-fulham-england-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}