The Gutierrez 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 Gutierrez
Gutierrez (Gutiérrez) is an ancient Spanish patronymic noble surname meaning "son of Gutierre" (derived from the Germanic personal name Walter / Gutierre, composed of wald, rule, and heri, army, translating to "army ruler"). Originating during the 8th century in the rugged cantabrian mountains of Asturias and Santander, the House of Gutiérrez held knightly manors, expanded into Castile and Andalusia during the Reconquista, and served as royal stewards to Castilian monarchs.
The symbolism of the Gutierrez coat of arms
Commanding and protective, the Gutierrez coat of arms features a vibrant green shield charged with five argent / silver or white wolf heads erased dripping red blood, arranged in a saltire pattern (2-1-2). In Spanish heraldry, the green field symbolises hope, renewal, and ancestral land tenure, while the five silver wolf heads erased dripping blood denote fierce bravery, tactical vigilance, unyielding defense of territory, and martial sacrifice in battle. The formal recognition of this coat of arms was documented in Asturian and Castilian nobility registers and recorded in the Nobiliario Español and J.B. Rietstap’s Armorial Général.
Historical figures
Gutierre Fernández (12th Century): Castilian knight, noble steward, and military commander to King Alfonso VIII.
Doña Maria Gutiérrez (16th Century): Castilian gentlewoman recorded in Burgos civic rolls.
Pedro Gutiérrez de Valdivia (1497–1553): Spanish conquistador and first Royal Governor of Chile.
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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