The Crawford Family Crest beer glass. Beautifully illustrated. Carefully researched. Uniquely personal.
Nicely suited for the moments that call for a proper toast. Whether it’s a gift to celebrate a milestone birthday, a wedding or a housewarming—this piece is an instant heirloom.
The origin of the name Crawford
Crawford is a distinguished Scottish habitational surname derived from the barony of Crawford in upper Lanarkshire. Originating from the Gaelic Cruadh-Phort or Old English craw-ford (meaning "ford of the crows"), the family traces its recorded lineage to Galfridus de Crawford in the late 12th century. The family established historical seats at Loudoun Castle in Ayrshire and Kilbirnie, famously intermarrying with the royal House of Stewart and serving as High Sheriffs, Barons, and Earls of Crawford.
The symbolism of the Crawford coat of arms
The Crawford coat of arms displays a clean gules (red) shield charged with a prominent gules and argent (silver) fess chequy. In classical heraldry, gules signifies warrior fortitude and magnanimity, while argent represents peace and sincerity.
The central fess chequy (checkerboard band) represents architectural harmony, strategic wisdom, and noble administrative trust granted by the Crown.
Framed by red and silver mantling, the crest features a stag's head erased proper, anchored by the clan motto Tutum te robore reddam ("I will render thee safe by my strength"). Officially recorded in the Public Register of All Arms and Bearings in Scotland (Court of the Lord Lyon).
Historical figures
Sir Reginald de Crawford (d. 1307): High Sheriff of Ayr and staunch Scottish patriot who fought alongside his nephew, Sir William Wallace, during the Wars of Independence.
Thomas Crawford of Jordanhill (1530–1603): Celebrated Scottish military commander who captured Dumbarton Castle for King James VI in 1571.
Ada Crawford (1886–1964): Prominent Scottish educational pioneer and advocate for women's higher education.
Product details
- Classic sturdy pint glass with family crest
- Volume: 16 oz (473 ml)
- High heat from the dishwasher or microwave may damage the print, so please hand-wash only.
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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