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Campbell Family Crest beer glass - with lions
Campbell Family Crest beer glass - with lions
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Here’s a proper gift for any Campbell who enjoys a beer! The Campbell Family Crest on a sturdy 16oz beer glass. Beautifully illustrated. Carefully researched. Uniquely personal.
Splendidly suited for the moments that call for a proper toast. Whether it’s a milestone birthday, a Father’s Day surprise, or a meaningful wedding gift, this piece is an instant heirloom.
Symbolism of the Campbell Crest
The quartered arms originated with Colin Campbell, the 1st Earl of Argyll. His marriage to Isabel Stewart, co-heiress of the Lord of Lorne, and a subsequent land swap with her uncle led to Colin Campbell being officially named Lord Lorne by King James III of Scotland in 1470. To represent his dual role as head of the Campbells and Lord of Lorne, he combined the two historic shields into the quartered design featured on this beer glass.
The Campbell family arms are noted for their black and gold 'gyronny' pattern. Historically, a gyronny in a Scottish coat of arms signifies a Campbell heritage. In Scottish heraldry, the gyronny of eight is a distinctive pattern exclusively linked to the Chief of Clan Campbell (MacCailein Mòr). It serves as a visual "signature," similar to a modern logo, distinguishing the clan’s arms from others. The earliest known example of the Campbell gyronny design appears on a wax seal from 1296 belonging to Sir Colin Campbell (Gaelic: Cailean Mòr, meaning "Colin the Great"), the ancestral figure from whom all subsequent Campbell clan chiefs derive the title MacCailein Mòr.
Heraldically, gold symbolizes honour, generosity, and high status, while black denotes constancy and determination. The ships depicted are connected to the fleet at Lorne, symbolizing maritime strength and clan influence over Scotland’s western seaways. The boar’s head refers to the legend of Diarmuid O'Duine, an ancestor of Clan Campbell, who was fatally wounded by a poisonous bristle from a magical boar. The motto Ne Obliviscaris, meaning “Forget Not,” is closely tied to Clan Campbell.
Origin of the Campbell name
The surname Campbell is Scottish in origin, derived from the Gaelic cam beul, commonly interpreted as “crooked mouth” or “wry-mouthed”. The Campbell family gained prominence in Argyll during the 13th century, with the earliest documented ancestor being Gilleasbaig (Gillespie) of Menstrie, recorded in the 1260s. Clan Campbell rose to significant influence in Scotland between the 13th and 16th centuries, particularly in Argyll and the western Highlands. Over time, the family became one of the most powerful clans in Scottish history, maintaining strong ties with the Lordship of Loch Awe and the Dukes of Argyll. Due to widespread adoption of the surname across Scotland and beyond, heraldic variations exist among different Campbell branches and societies.
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 and uniquely personal gifts for any occasion with family and friends.
Product details
• Sturdy pint glass
• Volume: 16 oz (473 ml)
Just a heads-up: this piece loves a gentle hand-wash! Dishwashers and microwaves get super hot, which might damage the print—so let's skip those to keep it looking perfect.
Size guide
| WIDTH (inches) | LENGTH (inches) | |
| 16 oz | 3 ½ | 5 ⅞ |
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. Producing items on demand instead of in bulk helps minimize overproduction. Family Crests Store guarantees that all consumer products offered comply with EU and USA safety standards.
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