{"product_id":"erquelinnes-wapen-belgium-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"Erquelinnes wapen (Belgium) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eErquelinnes Coat of Arms Shot Glass Design\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis shot glass showcases the historic coat of arms, or \"wapen,\" of Erquelinnes, a municipality in the province of Hainaut, Belgium. The design is a bold display of heraldic tradition, instantly recognizable for its striking color palette and symbolic imagery.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eVisual Elements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe central design element is a shield, its background a vibrant azure blue. Across the shield's center lies a golden (or) horizontal band known as a \"fess.\" Above and below this fess, the design features three gold lion heads.  The lions' tongues are a vivid red, a detail described in heraldry as \"lampassées de gueules.\" The entire shield is encircled by an indented gold border, known as \"engrelée,\" which adds a distinctive visual texture to the design.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eMeaning and Symbolism\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe coat of arms has its roots in the De la Barre family, who were Lords of Erquelinnes. The golden fess and lion heads are directly derived from the family's heraldic insignia. The blue background is a classic heraldic color, often representing truth, loyalty, and strength. The lion heads are symbols of courage, valor, and royalty, reflecting the power and status associated with the De la Barre lineage. The indented gold border further emphasizes the municipality's identity, symbolizing the merger of Erquelinnes with surrounding communes.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51228599451928,"sku":"10203932124168873285","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5204\/4312\/files\/erquelinnes-wapen-belgium-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1765605887","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/erquelinnes-wapen-belgium-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}