{"product_id":"deu-maselheim-coa-germany-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"DEU Maselheim COA (Germany) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDEU Maselheim COA (Germany) Shot Glass Design\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis shot glass showcases the coat of arms of Maselheim, Germany, a design steeped in history and heraldic tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eVisual Elements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe artwork is dominated by a shield, quartered into four sections.  The upper left and lower right quarters are silver (white), while the other two are red.  Within the red quarters, a silver \"cross pattée\" – a cross with broad, paw-like ends – is prominently displayed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eOver the entire shield, a diagonal stripe known as a \"bend\" runs from the upper left to the lower right. This bend is chequered, composed of alternating silver (white) and red squares.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eSymbolism and Meaning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe design is deeply connected to the history of Maselheim and its association with the Heggbach Monastery, a Cistercian convent. The quartered shield and the use of alternating colors are classic heraldic elements. The crosses pattée and the overall design hints at the historical monastic heritage of the area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe chequered diagonal bend, known as a “Cistercian bend”, is the most direct reference to the Heggbach Monastery and its historical influence over the area. This distinctive stripe serves as a clear visual symbol of the monastery's past governance and ownership of the village.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51234027897112,"sku":"12040811454224616601","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5204\/4312\/files\/deu-maselheim-coa-germany-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1765594775","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/deu-maselheim-coa-germany-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}