As Guinness had already trademarked the logo, the Irish State were required to 'flip' the image harp faces in the opposite direction - compare the logo on an Irish coin to your pint glass!".

But despite being over 265 years old, having been founded in 1759 in Dublin by Arthur Guinness, it turns out people are only just realising the mysterious meaning behind the brand's iconic harp logo.

The Guinness logo is instantly recognisable in countries around the world, but there is a hidden meaning behind it that some fans may not be aware of. Here's what you need to know.

After years of drinking Guinness, many are only now realising what its famous harp logo really means, and why it faces the opposite way to Ireland's official emblem.

Guinness said: "The Irish Free State chose the same Brian Boru harp as the official emblem on its founding in 1922 and it remains on the Republic of Ireland's national coat of arms.

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Guinness has introduced a new design of its iconic harp logo as the Diageo owned brand aims to ‘reintroduce skill and craftsmanship’ and set it apart from the wave of new craft beers.

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PEOPLE are only just realising the meaning behind Guinness’ iconic logo. The easily recognisable golden harp is as well known as the name itself – and it’s been associated with th… ...

PEOPLE are only just realising the meaning behind Guinness’ iconic logo. The easily recognisable golden harp is as well known as the name itself – and it’s been associated with th… ...