{"product_id":"dundalk-town-crest-ireland-coat-of-arms-sticker-vinyl-kiss-cut-decal","title":"Dundalk Town Crest (Ireland) (Coat of Arms) STICKER Vinyl Kiss-Cut Decal","description":"\u003ch1\u003eDundalk Town Crest (Ireland) Sticker - Design Overview\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThis vinyl kiss-cut decal showcases the official Dundalk Town Crest, a captivating visual representation of the town's rich history and heritage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Shield\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe centerpiece of the design is the shield (escutcheon), a silver (argent) field bisected by a bold red (gules) diagonal stripe (bend) running from the upper left to the lower right.  Flanking this central stripe are six small, stylized red birds called martlets.  These elements are derived from the coat of arms of the de Furnivall family, a Norman family who played a significant role in Dundalk's medieval history. The martlets themselves are a classic heraldic symbol, often representing continuous effort or flight, and also appear on historical seals of Dundalk.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eThe Crest and Supporters\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eAbove the shield sits the crest, a gold lion (lion passant guardant) representing strength and valor.  Supporting the shield on either side are two figures.  On one side, a bear, rendered in ermine (white with black spots), represents the Ó hAnluain (O'Hanlon) family, a prominent Gaelic lineage in the region.  On the other side, a Norman foot soldier in full armor stands proudly, spear in hand, symbolizing the town's Norman and Anglo-Norman connections.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eSymbolism and Meaning\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\n\u003cp\u003eThe overall design is deeply rooted in Dundalk's past. The inclusion of Norman elements, such as the soldier and the de Furnivall shield, highlights the town's Anglo-Norman origins. The bear acknowledges the important Gaelic Irish heritage of the area. The presence of the martlets, both in the shield design and on historical seals, reinforces the continuity of Dundalk's history. This crest is not just a visual representation of a town; it is a tapestry woven from history, cultural identity, and the enduring spirit of Dundalk.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"The Sticker Space","offers":[{"title":"2 Inch \/ White","offer_id":47149733871834,"sku":"80939725854008048707","price":2.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"3 Inch \/ White","offer_id":47149733904602,"sku":"29889880324306847099","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"4 Inch \/ White","offer_id":47149733937370,"sku":"31107143140158747157","price":3.49,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"6 Inch \/ White","offer_id":47149733970138,"sku":"11456486551313385103","price":3.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0493\/3949\/8646\/files\/dundalk-town-crest-ireland-coat-of-arms-sticker-vinyl-kiss-cut-decal-2-inch-white-position1.webp?v=1764530435","url":"https:\/\/thestickerspace.com\/products\/dundalk-town-crest-ireland-coat-of-arms-sticker-vinyl-kiss-cut-decal","provider":"The Sticker Space","version":"1.0","type":"link"}