The Dolan 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 Dolan
Dolan (O'Dolan) is an ancient Gaelic Irish surname derived from Ó Dúláin or Ó Docholláin, stemming from dubh, meaning "black" or "dark." The sept held ancestral territories across Connacht (County Galway and County Roscommon) and Ulster (County Fermanagh and Cavan), serving as clan leaders, churchmen, and landholders. Recorded in early Gaelic annals, 17th-century hearth money rolls, and the 1659 Census of Ireland.
The symbolism of the Dolan coat of arms
Elegantly balanced, the Dolan coat of arms features a deep blue shield charged with three golden crescent moons in vertical alignment, flanked by two argent / silver or white roundels (plates) in chief. In classical heraldry, the deep blue shield represents loyalty and truth, while the golden crescents symbolise enlightenment, hope, and ancestral renewal. The silver roundels denote generosity and peace. Positioned above the shield, the crest displays a red crescent moon. Below, the motto scroll displays Virtute et fidelis, translating to "By virtue and fidelity." Documented in Edward MacLysaght’s Irish Families.
Historical figures
Cormac Ó Dúláin (15th Century): Gaelic scholar and cleric recorded in Irish annals.
Daniel Dolan (1685–1755): Prominent Roscommon landholder and Jacobite supporter.
Mary Dolan (c. 1820–1890): Community matriarch and leader during 19th-century Irish land movements.
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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