The Cleary 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 symbolism of the Cleary coat of arms
Formally blazoned in historical registers as "Or, three nettle leaves vert," the registered Cleary arms feature powerful, natural symbolism:
The Gold Shield (Or): Officially symbolizes generosity, elevation of the mind, and the royal lineage tracing back to King Guaire.
The Three Green Nettle Leaves (Vert): In Gaelic heraldry, nettle leaves signify sharp intellect, resilience, and defensive strength—representing a family capable of guarding its heritage through changing centuries.
The Trio Alignment: Arranged in traditional heraldic balance, three charges represent spiritual harmony, completeness, and enduring strength.
The Motto (Fortitudo): Declares "Strength" or "Fortitude"—a testament to the moral courage and intellectual endurance of the Ó Cléirigh lineage.
Historical figures
Mícheál Ó Cléirigh (c. 1590–1643): A 17th-century Franciscan friar and chief compiler of the monumental Annals of the Four Masters, he spent years on foot across Ireland rescuing ancient manuscripts to preserve centuries of Gaelic history.
Lughaidh Ó Cléirigh (fl. 1595–1630): Chief of the Ó Cléirigh sept and official historian to the O'Donnell clan, he authored The Life of Red Hugh O'Donnell, one of the most significant surviving Gaelic biographies of the late medieval era.
Bridget Cleary (1869–1895): An independent Tipperary dressmaker whose tragic 1895 story made international headlines, securing her place as one of the most famous and enduring women in modern Irish social history and folklore.
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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