{"product_id":"deu-bergen-mittelfranken-coa-germany-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"DEU Bergen Mittelfranken COA (Germany) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDEU Bergen Mittelfranken COA (Germany) Shot Glass Design\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis shot glass showcases the official coat of arms of Bergen in Middle Franconia, Germany, a striking emblem rich in symbolism and historical significance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eDesign Elements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe design features the full coat of arms, prominently displayed against a blue background, the \"field\" of the shield. At the base, a stylized representation of three silver hills, known as a \"Dreiberg,\" is present.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eSymbolism\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe central element of the design, the three silver hills, is a visual pun (canting element) on the name \"Bergen,\" which means \"mountains\" or \"hills\" in German, representing the geographic character of the area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eAbove the hills sits a smaller shield, the \"inescutcheon,\" horizontally divided into silver and black halves. Within this small shield, the torso of an eagle with a red tongue, rendered in counterchanged (alternating) black and white colors, takes center stage. This eagle is derived from the heraldry of the Schenk von Geyern family, a notable noble family that once held significant influence in the region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe silver and black colors within the inescutcheon connect to the historical association with the Margraves of Ansbach (whose colors are black and white), while the silver and blue colors of the shield allude to the influence of the Bavarian dukes in the area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eOverall Representation\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe design encapsulates Bergen's identity, history, and heritage, forming a visual representation of the municipality's pride and historical tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51238136217880,"sku":"23509541647708129088","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5204\/4312\/files\/deu-bergen-mittelfranken-coa-germany-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1765590041","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/deu-bergen-mittelfranken-coa-germany-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}