The Harrison 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 Harrison
Harrison is an ancient English patronymic surname meaning "son of Harry" (the medieval vernacular form of Henry, derived from Germanic Heimirich, meaning "home-ruler"). Expanding rapidly across Yorkshire, Lancashire, Cumberland, and Northamptonshire during the 14th century, families bearing the Harrison name served as estate stewards, civic magistrates, and parliamentary leaders. Codified early in administrative records, the name appears in the 1379 Poll Tax of Yorkshire (Hugh Harrison).
The symbolism of the Harrison coat of arms
Visually striking and regal, the Harrison coat of arms features a red shield charged with a central golden eagle displayed with spread wings, set beneath a golden upper section (chief). In classical heraldry, the red shield symbolises martial valour, sacrifice, and fortitude, while the golden eagle displayed represents imperial dignity, high intellect, keen vision, and noble leadership. The golden chief denotes authority and generosity of mind. Positioned above the shield, the crest displays a green serpent entwined around a broken golden column, symbolising wisdom, renewal, resilience, and overcoming adversity through endurance. Below, the motto scroll displays Vincit qui patitur, translating to "He conquers who endures." The formal recognition of this coat of arms was recorded in the Heralds' Visitations of Yorkshire and Lancashire and catalogued in Burke's General Armory.
Historical figures
Major-General Thomas Harrison (1606–1660): Parliamentarian military commander during the English Civil War.
Lady Sarah Harrison (17th Century): Recorded gentlewoman and benefactor in Virginia and English colonial charters.
Benjamin Harrison V (1726–1791): American Founding Father, Governor of Virginia, and Signer of the Declaration of Independence.
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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