Sterling Silver Cuba Coat of Arms "Escudo Cubano" Nickel Size Pendant (Made in USA)

Sterling silver pendant featuring the Cuban coat of arms, the Escudo Cubano. This nickel-sized charm captures the iconic shield design with intricate detail and craftsmanship. Made in the USA from solid.925 sterling silver, it's perfect for adding cultural pride to any necklace. A meaningful piece for collectors and those celebrating Cuban heritage. Proudly made in Florida, USA Crafted of solid sterling silver .925 (weighs 2.90 grams) Measures 22mm (0.87") in diameter x 30mm (1.19") top to bottom, including bail Marked 925 Bail fits up to 5mm chain or necklace About the Cuba coat of arms: Created by Miguel Teurbe Tolon, and adopted on April 24, 1906, the Cuba coat of arms consists of a shield, in front of a Fasces crowned by the Phrygian Cap, all supported by an oak branch on one side and a laurel wreath on the other. The shield is divided into three parts: A key charging a blue sea between two rocks, symbolizing Cuba's geographical position between Florida and the Mexican peninsula of Yucatan. A bright sun rising in the background symbolizes the rising of a new republic. The key is a symbol of Cuba as a key to the Americas. On the left are the stripes of the Cuban flag, while on the right is a common Cuban landscape, symbolized by a royal palm tree and mountains in the back.