The Cummings Family Crest mug. Beautifully illustrated. Carefully researched. Uniquely personal.
Eminently suited for a proper brew! Whether it’s a gift to mark a milestone birthday, a new home, or Christmas morning — here’s an artwork with history in your hands.
The origin of the name Cummings
Cummings (Cumming / Comyn) is a historic Anglo-Norman and Scottish noble surname derived from the town of Comines near Lille in Flanders/Normandy. Introduced to Britain during the 1066 Norman Conquest, the family moved north to Scotland during the reign of King David I. The House of Comyn rose to immense power, holding the titles Earls of Buchan, Earls of Menteith, and Lords of Badenoch, serving as Guardians of Scotland during the Wars of Scottish Independence.
The symbolism of the Cummings coat of arms
Elegantly agricultural, the Cummings coat of arms features a deep blue shield charged with three golden sheaves of wheat (garbs). In classical heraldry, the deep blue shield represents truth, loyalty, and devotion to duty, while the three golden sheaves of wheat (garbs) symbolise agricultural wealth, hospitality, and the rewards of hard labour. Positioned above the shield, the crest features a golden lion rampant holding a silver sword aloft, an emblem of heroic bravery and military defense. Below, the motto scroll displays Courage. Catalogued in Stodart's Scottish Arms and Burke's General Armory.
Historical figures
John Comyn / Cumming (c. 1215–1275): Lord of Badenoch, powerful Scottish nobleman and Justiciar of Galloway.
John 'Red' Comyn / Cumming (d. 1306): Lord of Badenoch, Guardian of Scotland and rival to Robert the Bruce.
Sir Alexander Cumming / Cummings (1670–1725): 1st Baronet of Culter, Aberdeenshire.
Product details
- High quality white ceramic mug with the family crest printed two sides
- Dishwasher and microwave safe
- 15 oz mug dimensions: 4.7″ (11.9 cm) in height, 3.3″ (8.5 cm) in diameter
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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