The Delgado 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 Delgado
Delgado is a distinguished surname of Spanish origin, derived from the adjective delgado (from the Latin delicatus, originally meaning "slender," "valiant," or "agile in battle"). First recorded in Santander and the mountains of Santander in northern Spain, early knights of Delgado earned high acclaim during the Reconquista, establishing ancestral seats across Santander, Seville, and the Canary Islands.
The symbolism of the Delgado coat of arms
The coat of arms features an inner azure (blue) shield charged with seven golden or seven-pointed stars, set within an argent (silver) field surrounded by eight golden cauldrons (pucheros). In heraldry, azure signifies loyalty and truth, argent denotes purity, and or represents generosity and intellect.
The golden cauldrons symbolize grand feudal hospitality, wealth, and command, while the seven-pointed stars represent celestial guidance, nobility, and high aspiration.
The golden scroll below displays the Marian motto Ave Maria Gratia Plena ("Hail Mary, full of grace"). Cataloged in the Diccionario Heráldico y Genealógico de Apellidos Españoles.
Historical figures
José Matías Delgado (1767–1832): Salvadoran priest and doctor known as the "Father of the Salvadoran Fatherland."
Carlos Delgado Chalbaud (1909–1950): Venezuelan career military officer and President of Venezuela.
Pedro Delgado (b. 1960): Renowned Spanish professional road bicycle racer and winner of the 1988 Tour de France.
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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