As discussed on the 4th of July post, the national animal/symbol of the United States was nearly a rattlesnake. Perhaps it is well that the eagle prevailed: to the Judeo-Christian mindset snakes are taboo creatures identified with wickedness and the devil (or perhaps I should say that the other way around–since the tempter in Genesis is identified as a serpent and the devil does not appear until much later). However not everyone reviles serpents and certain bold organizations (from the medical profession, to racecar makers, to flute-rest manufacturers) have used the limbless animals to represent their organizations. Here is a gallery of symbols, logos, mascots, and crests which make use of snakes. I have thrown in some fictional archvillain organizations for fun–it will be up to you to separate them from the real institutions.
I particularly like the old fashioned crests (including Alfa Romeo’s corporate logo which looks like it once belonged to an evil viscount), however I would like to issue demerits to the Arizona Diamondbacks for not actually having a snake for their logo. Even more egregious, the diamondbacks employ a bobcat themed furry as their mascot when they could easily choose a mascot outfit like one of these unconventional snake suits.
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August 9, 2011 at 1:21 PM
Diana
I like the coat of arms best. I have an awesome tote bag that takes the “don’t treat on me” flag and adds a head to the snake, with the words “don’t spread ennui” above it.
August 9, 2011 at 8:00 PM
ms.yin
Thought of your posts: http://flavorwire.com/200209/the-bizarre-stories-behind-your-favorite-brand-mascots
March 2, 2015 at 10:17 AM
31toallthat
Hello, any chance you know if it’s possible to buy the “Jake the Snake” outfit?