{"product_id":"state-arms-of-german-democratic-republic-1953-1955-coat-of-arms-pint-glass-16oz","title":"State arms of German Democratic Republic 1953-1955 (Coat of Arms) Pint Glass 16oz","description":"\u003ch1\u003eState Arms of the German Democratic Republic 1953-1955 Pint Glass\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThis pint glass showcases a significant piece of East German history: the transitional coat of arms used by the German Democratic Republic (GDR) from 1953 to 1955.  The artwork meticulously recreates the official emblem of this period, a symbol of the nation's aspirations and societal values.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003ch2\u003eDesign Elements and Symbolism\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe central focus of the design is the iconic emblem itself.  Two key tools of labor, a hammer and a compass, are prominently displayed. The hammer, representing the working class and industrial laborers, is paired with a compass, which symbolizes the intellectual and scientific community that contributed to the GDR's development. This pairing highlights the government's emphasis on unity between manual and intellectual labor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eEncircling the hammer and compass is a lush wreath of grain.  This wreath signifies the importance of agriculture and the vital role played by farmers in supporting the nation.  The arrangement of the grain creates a visually appealing frame, reinforcing the importance of this key sector of the GDR's economy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp\u003eThe entire composition is rendered with careful attention to the original proportions and details of the 1953-1955 coat of arms. It's a precise representation of a short-lived, yet historically important symbol.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Go Mug Yourself","offers":[{"title":"16oz","offer_id":50812107522328,"sku":"32130146305060722074","price":19.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0703\/5204\/4312\/files\/state-arms-of-german-democratic-republic-1953-1955-coat-of-arms-pint-glass-16oz-16oz-position1.webp?v=1764735640","url":"https:\/\/gomugyourself.com\/products\/state-arms-of-german-democratic-republic-1953-1955-coat-of-arms-pint-glass-16oz","provider":"Go Mug Yourself","version":"1.0","type":"link"}