The Day 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 Day
Day is an ancient English patronymic and occupational surname derived either from the Old English daege (meaning dairy worker or administrator) or from the medieval personal name Dey (a diminutive of David). Established prior to the 1066 Norman Conquest, the family held early manorial seats in Somerset, Sussex, and Norfolk, recorded in the 1273 Hundred Rolls of England (John le Dey).
The symbolism of the Day coat of arms
Visually dynamic, the Day coat of arms features a field divided per chevron in radiant gold and deep blue, charged with three five-pointed stars (mullets) counterchanged (two blue stars in chief, one gold star in base). In heraldry, gold symbolises generosity and elevation of mind, while blue represents loyalty, truth, and devotion to duty. The three five-pointed stars denote divine illumination and noble aspiration. Positioned above the shield, the crest features two clasped hands set between a pair of gold and blue wings, an emblem of steadfast unity and faith. Below, the motto scroll displays Sic itur ad astra, translating to "Thus one journeys to the stars." Documented in Burke's General Armory (1884).
Historical figures
John Day (c. 1522–1584): Famed Protestant master printer and publisher during the English Reformation who printed Foxe's Book of Martyrs.
John Day (1574–1638): English Elizabethan dramatist and playwright.
Thomas Day (1748–1789): English author, abolitionist, and campaign reformer.
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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