{"product_id":"escudo-de-archena-spain-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"Escudo de Archena (Spain) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eEscudo de Archena (Spain) Shot Glass Design\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis shot glass showcases the coat of arms of Archena, a municipality in Murcia, Spain, a design rich in history and symbolism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eDesign Elements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe artwork centers around a shield, \"cortado\" or divided in half horizontally. The upper section features the iconic four red vertical stripes on a gold background, a nod to the Crown of Aragon. The lower section presents a blue field (\"azur\") with a gold sun and a silver (white) crescent moon stacked vertically. Flanking the sun and moon on either side are two silver (white) eight-pointed crosses, representing the Order of Saint John of Jerusalem (Maltese crosses).\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe sun is depicted as a circle with 16 rays, a traditional heraldic symbol, while the crescent moon is oriented upwards, with its points directed towards the top of the shield (\"creciente montante\").\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eSymbolism\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe upper portion with the red and gold stripes connects Archena to the historical heritage of the Crown of Aragon. The sun and moon are imbued with significance; the sun represents truth, generosity, wealth, and abundance, while the moon suggests growth and cycles. This combination may also hint at historical traditions predating Christian symbolism.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe inclusion of the Maltese crosses is a direct acknowledgment of Archena's centuries-long association with the Order of Saint John. A laurel wreath encircles the shield, symbolizing victory and honor, and above it sits a royal crown, indicating its municipal status and royal privileges. A scroll at the bottom displays the motto \"Muy Noble y Muy Leal\" (\"Very Noble and Very Loyal\"), a declaration of honor and loyalty.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51213266419992,"sku":"89023586687936963977","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5204\/4312\/files\/escudo-de-archena-spain-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1765611573","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/escudo-de-archena-spain-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}