The Chavez Family Crest Framed Artprint - Castile & Galicia origin. 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.
Origin of the Chavez name
Chavez is an Iberian surname of ancient Spanish and Portuguese origin. It derives from the place name Chaves, a historic city in northern Portugal near the Galician border, originally founded by the Romans as Aquae Flaviae. As families migrated into Galicia, Castile, and later the Americas, the name evolved into Chavez and Chávez.
Symbolism of the Chavez Coat of Arms
This variant of the Chavez coat of arms features a timeless geometric design: an Azure (blue) shield crossed by a prominent red diagonal band (a bend), which is vividly fimbriated (bordered) in gold. In traditional heraldry, the bend represents the shoulder belt of a knight and signifies defense and protection. The striking combination of blue, red, and gold conveys a heritage of loyalty, martial courage, and generosity.
Historical figures
Early members of the Chavez family served as hidalguía (nobility) in medieval Galicia and Castile. In modern times, César Chávez became one of the most respected civil rights leaders and labor activists in American history.
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.
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