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Campbell Family Crest Rocks Glass - with lions
Campbell Family Crest Rocks Glass - with lions
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A Campbell Family Crest rocks glass makes for a classy and elegant gift. This classic, sturdy, quality glass is ideal for a wee dram of whisky. Beautifully illustrated. Carefully researched. Uniquely personal.
Symbolism of the Campbell Crest
The quartered arms originated with Colin Campbell, the 1st Earl of Argyll, who solidified his status through marriage to Isabel Stewart, co-heiress of the Lord of Lorne. This union, alongside a land swap with her uncle, led to Colin Campbell being officially titled Lord Lorne by King James III of Scotland in 1470. To symbolize his dual roles as both head of the Campbells and Lord of Lorne, he combined the two historic shields into the quartered crest depicted on this whisky glass.
The Campbell family arms are distinguished by their iconic black and gold 'gyronny' pattern. Historically, a gyronny in a Scottish coat of arms signals a Campbell lineage. In Scottish heraldry, the gyronny of eight is uniquely reserved for the Chief of Clan Campbell (MacCailein Mòr), serving as a visual signature akin to a modern logo that sets the clan’s arms apart. The earliest known example of this design appears on a wax seal from 1296 belonging to Sir Colin Campbell (Gaelic: Cailean Mòr, “Colin the Great”), the foundational ancestor of all later Campbell clan chiefs who bear the traditional title MacCailein Mòr.
In heraldic symbolism, gold signifies honour, generosity, and high social standing, while black represents constancy and resolve. The ships featured connect to the fleet at Lorne, symbolizing maritime strength and the clan’s influence over Scotland’s western seaways. The boar’s head relates to the myth of Diarmuid O'Duine, an ancestral figure of Clan Campbell, who was fatally wounded by a poisonous bristle from a magical boar. The clan motto Ne Obliviscaris, meaning “Forget Not,” is a core emblem of Clan Campbell.
Origin of the Campbell name
Campbell is a Scottish surname derived from the Gaelic cam beul, typically translated as “crooked mouth” or “wry-mouthed.” The Campbell family rose to prominence in Argyll during the 13th century, with the earliest recorded ancestor being Gilleasbaig (Gillespie) of Menstrie, documented in the 1260s. Clan Campbell gained significant influence throughout Scotland between the 13th and 16th centuries, particularly in Argyll and the western Highlands. Over time, the family became one of the most powerful Scottish clans, maintaining a long association with the Lordship of Loch Awe and the Dukes of Argyll. Due to the widespread adoption of the surname, heraldic designs vary among different Campbell branches and societies.
About the artist
Each crest featured on this site is a faithful reproduction of original artwork by heraldic artist Éamonn Breathnach. Éamonn’s designs are carefully researched, drawing from the earliest available records across multiple heraldic archives. Noted for their elegance and precision, these artworks make meaningful gifts for family and friends on any occasion.
Product details:
- Glass material
- Volume: 10.5 oz. (311 ml)
- Height: 3.4″ (8.64 cm)
- Diameter: 3.2″ (8.13 cm)
- Please hand-wash only. Not recommended for dishwasher or microwave use.
Suggested uses: These rocks glasses are ideal as Christmas gifts, birthday gifts, wedding gifts, Father's Day gifts, and anniversary gifts.
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