Andrews Family Crest framed artprint

The Andrews Family Crest framed artprint. Beautifully illustrated. Carefully researched. Uniquely personal.

Whether it’s a gift to celebrate a milestone birthday, a wedding or a housewarming—this piece is an instant heirloom.

The origin of the name Andrews

Andrews is a classic surname of patronymic origin meaning "Son of Andrew." Derived from the Greek Andreas (meaning "manly," "courageous," or "valiant"), the name became exceptionally popular across Britain and Ireland following the medieval Crusades in honor of Saint Andrew. Early family branches established manorial seats in Hampshire, Northamptonshire, and Scotland.

The symbolism of the Andrews coat of arms

The coat of arms features a gules (red) shield charged with a prominent vert (green) saltire (St. Andrew's cross) fimbriated in or (gold). In heraldry, gules represents warrior fortitude, vert signifies hope and vitality, and or denotes honor and elevation of mind.

The central saltire represents faith, resolve, and steadfast protection, while the gold fimbriation emphasizes noble standing.

The golden ribbon below the shield bears the Latin motto Victrix fortuna sapientia ("Wisdom is the conqueror of fortune"). Cataloged in Burke’s General Armory.

Historical figures

Lancelot Andrewes (1555–1626): English bishop and scholar who led the translation of the King James Bible.

Thomas Andrews (1873–1912): Managing director of Harland and Wolff shipbuilders in Belfast, who designed the ocean liner RMS Titanic.

Julie Andrews (b. 1935): Legendary English actress, singer, and author.

Product details

Ayous wood 0.75″ (1.9 cm) thick frame from renewable forests
Paper thickness: 10.3 mil (0.26 mm)
Paper weight: 189 g/m²
Lightweight & acrylite front protector
Hanging hardware included

No Warehouses. No Waste. Just for you, made to order

This product is printed especially for you when ordered, one at a time, by royal decree of Mother Nature to keep the realm beautiful. Family Crests Store guarantees your custom treasure meets all EU and USA safety standards.

About the artist

Each coat of arms in the Family Crests Store is an artwork by heraldic artist Éamonn Breathnach. All are carefully researched, drawing from the earliest available records across multiple heraldic archives. Noted for their elegance and attention to detail, these artworks make meaningful gifts for family occasions.