{"product_id":"coat-of-arms-of-the-peoples-republic-of-the-congo-stanleyville-congo-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"Coat of arms of the Peoples Republic of the Congo Stanleyville (Congo) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eCoat of Arms of the People's Republic of the Congo (Stanleyville) Shot Glass - Design Description\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis shot glass showcases a historically significant emblem, the coat of arms of the short-lived People's Republic of the Congo (Stanleyville), a rebel government that existed during the Congo Crisis of 1964-1965.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eDesign Elements and Symbolism\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe central element of the design is a circular emblem. A prominent \u003cb\u003ered star\u003c\/b\u003e, a universal symbol of communism and revolutionary solidarity, sits at the top, immediately denoting the political ideology of the regime. Below the star is a powerful \u003cb\u003eleopard's head\u003c\/b\u003e, a traditional Congolese symbol representing authority, courage, and strength. Behind the leopard head, crossed \u003cb\u003espears and a torch\u003c\/b\u003e are depicted, symbolizing the armed struggle for liberation and the aspiration for enlightenment.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe emblem is primarily framed by \u003cb\u003egreen\u003c\/b\u003e, representing the land and the people of the Congo, and a red border representing the blood shed for independence and socialism. The words \"RÉPUBLIQUE POPULAIRE DU CONGO\" are inscribed around the edge of the circular emblem, signifying the name of the revolutionary republic.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis design is a visual representation of a pivotal moment in Congolese history, reflecting the revolutionary ideals and aspirations of the era.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51335442301208,"sku":"25414158199545056416","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-peoples-republic-of-the-congo-stanleyville-congo-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1765572811","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/coat-of-arms-of-the-peoples-republic-of-the-congo-stanleyville-congo-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}