{"product_id":"escudo-de-asco-spain-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","title":"Escudo de Ascó (Spain) (Coat of Arms) Shot Glass 1.5oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eEscudo de Ascó Shot Glass Design\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis shot glass showcases the official coat of arms of Ascó, a municipality in Catalonia, Spain. The design is a clear and concise representation of the town's historical and symbolic identity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eVisual Elements\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe central design is a shield, depicted in red (gules) and featuring a prominent black (sable) castle.  Overlaid upon this castle is a white (argent) Maltese cross, and the entire design is topped with a traditional mural crown.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eSymbolism and Meaning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe black castle symbolizes the historic castle of Ascó, a significant structure that served as the heart of a Templar commandery from the 12th century until the order's dissolution in 1312. After this period, the castle and its jurisdiction were transferred to the Knights of the Order of the Hospital of Saint John of Jerusalem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe white Maltese cross directly references the Order of the Hospital of Saint John of Jerusalem, also known as the Order of Malta, signifying the town's close association with this influential historical order. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eFinally, the mural crown, a standard heraldic symbol placed atop the shield, designates Ascó's status as a 'villa,' or town.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe design's simplicity and directness effectively convey Ascó's rich medieval heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"1.5oz","offer_id":51213183025432,"sku":"20644426430920976892","price":16.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5204\/4312\/files\/escudo-de-asc-spain-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-15oz-15oz-position1.webp?v=1765612885","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/escudo-de-asco-spain-coat-of-arms-shot-glass-1-5oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}