Benson Family Crest framed artprint

The Benson 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 Benson

Benson is a historic English patronymic and locational surname meaning "son of Ben" (shortened from Benedict) or originating from the parish of Benson in Oxfordshire (derived from the Old English Bensingtun, meaning the settlement of Bensa's people). Established across Northern England—particularly in Yorkshire, Cumberland, and Lancashire—the family held significant manorial seats throughout the medieval era, documented in early rolls including the 1379 Poll Tax Returns of Yorkshire.

The symbolism of the Benson coat of arms

Displayed upon an argent / silver or white shield, the Benson coat of arms features two red diagonal bands (bends) set with three green clovers (trefoils) in bend. The argent / silver or white background signifies peace, sincerity, and purity of motive, while the red diagonal bands denote military defense and architectural fortitude. The three green clovers symbolise growth, prosperity, and enduring hope. Positioned below the shield, the motto scroll displays the Latin phrase Si Deus quis contra?, translating to "If God be for us, who can be against us?" This armorial framework is documented in Burke's General Armory (1884) for Benson of Baysbrown, Cumberland, and Lord Bingley.

Historical figures

Edward White Benson (1829–1896): Archbishop of Canterbury and scholar who founded the Church of England Purity Society.
E.F. Benson (1867–1940): Prolific English novelist, biographer, and short-story writer famous for his humorous Mapp and Lucia series.
Frank Benson (1858–1939): Celebrated English actor-manager who founded the Benson Shakespearean Company and advanced theatrical arts across Britain.

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.