The Buckley Family Crest mug. Beautifully illustrated. Carefully researched. Uniquely personal.
Eminently suited for a proper brew! Whether it’s a gift to mark a milestone birthday, a new home, or Christmas morning — here’s an artwork with history in your hands.
The origin of the name Buckley
Buckley is a historic surname with dual English locational and Gaelic Irish origins. In England, it derives from the Old English bucc-leah, meaning "beech-tree meadow" or "buck meadow," associated with Buckley in Lancashire and Greater Manchester. In Ireland, it serves as the Anglicised form of Ó Buachalla, derived from buachaill (meaning youth or herd). The surname took deep root across North West England and County Cork in Munster, recorded in the 1273 Hundred Rolls of Yorkshire and medieval Irish land surveys.
The symbolism of the Buckley coat of arms
Visually striking and dignified, the Buckley coat of arms features a black shield charged with a broad chevron in argent / silver or white set between three argent / silver or white bulls' heads caboshed (facing forward). In classical heraldry, the black shield denotes wisdom, constancy, and dignity, while the argent / silver or white chevron represents structural fortitude and protection. The three bulls' heads symbolise heroic valour, determination, and unyielding strength in defense of the family. Positioned above the shield, the crest features an argent / silver or white bull's head. Below, the motto scroll displays Nec temere nec timide, translating to "Neither rashly nor timidly." Catalogued in Burke's General Armory (1884) for Buckley of Lancashire and Saddleworth.
Historical figures
William F. Buckley Jr. (1925–2008): Influential American public intellectual, author, and founder of the conservative political magazine National Review.
Jeff Buckley (1966–1997): Acclaimed American singer-songwriter famed for his extraordinary vocal range and landmark album Grace.
Tim Buckley (1947–1975): Influential American folk and avant-garde musician recognized for his innovative vocal phrasing.
Product details
- High quality white ceramic mug with the family crest printed two sides
- Dishwasher and microwave safe
- 15 oz mug dimensions: 4.7″ (11.9 cm) in height, 3.3″ (8.5 cm) in diameter
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.
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