Coat of Arms of Portimão, PORTUGAL Keychain

Carry a piece of the sunny Algarve coast with this keychain featuring the official coat of arms of Portimão, Portugal. Known historically as a major fishing and shipbuilding center, and today as a vibrant tourist city famous for Praia da Rocha. The municipal coat of arms is rich in symbolism reflecting the city's coastal location and history: Mural Crown: The five visible towers on the silver mural crown signify Portimão's status as a City (Cidade), granted in 1924. The Shield's Elements: The core of the shield features a silver tower (representing a fortress or protection) situated on a black mound. Crucially, flanking the tower are two heads: one of a Christian King (dexter) and one of a Moorish King (sinister), symbolizing the city's historical role in the Portuguese Reconquista and the multicultural history of the Algarve region. The Fish and Waves: The red field of the shield rests on a base of wavy lines representing the Arade River and the sea, with a silver tuna fish centered within, a direct reference to Portimão's vital sardine fishing and canning industry—a key driver of its 19th-century boom. This is a perfect souvenir for anyone who loves the Algarve, a Portimão native, or a traveler who has enjoyed the city's maritime culture. Attribution: Sérgio Horta