The Dominguez Family Crest Rocks 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 Dominguez
Dominguez (Domínguez) is an ancient Spanish patronymic noble surname meaning "son of Domingo" (derived from the Latin Dominicus, meaning "belonging to the Lord"). Deeply established in Castile, Galicia, Aragon, and Andalusia during the Reconquista, the House of Domínguez held extensive feudal manors, contributed distinguished military commanders to royal armies, and produced key administrators during transatlantic expansion.
The symbolism of the Dominguez coat of arms
Visually commanding, the Dominguez coat of arms features a deep blue inner shield charged with a central golden five-pointed star (mullet). The shield is enclosed within a broad red border (bordure) charged with eight golden saltire crosses. In Iberian heraldry, the blue shield and golden star symbolise loyalty, divine illumination, and high aspiration. The red border and golden saltire crosses represent knightly courage, fortitude, and unyielding faith under trial. Positioned above the shield, the crest displays blue and red feather plumes. Recorded in the Nobiliario Español and J.B. Rietstap’s Armorial Général.
Historical figures
Pero Domínguez (13th Century): Castilian knight who served King Alfonso X during the Reconquista.
Inés Domínguez de Benaiges (14th Century): Spanish noblewoman and founder of a hospital in Aragon.
Francisco Domínguez (16th Century): Spanish navigator and royal cartographer in New Spain.
Product details
- Classic rocks glass with family crest
- Volume: 10.5 oz. (311 ml)
- Height: 3.4″ (8.64 cm)
- Diameter: 3.2″ (8.13 cm)
- 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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