The Hawkins Family Crest framed artprint. Beautifully illustrated. Carefully researched. Uniquely personal.
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 Hawkins
Hawkins is an ancient English patronymic surname meaning "son of Hawkin" (a medieval diminutive of Hawk or Henry). Originating in Kent, Devon, and Gloucestershire following the Norman Conquest, the House of Hawkins produced legendary Elizabethan sea captains, naval commanders, and merchants. Sir John Hawkins and Sir Richard Hawkins brought the family to international renown during the 16th century through their naval exploits and technological innovations in ship design. Codified in early rolls, the name appears in the 1327 Subsidy Rolls of Worcestershire (Andrew Hawkyng).
The symbolism of the Hawkins coat of arms
Visually pure and aristocratic, the Hawkins coat of arms features an argent / silver or white shield charged with a broad black saltire cross bearing five golden fleurs-de-lis. In classical heraldry, the silver shield denotes sincerity and peace, while the black saltire cross represents wisdom, constancy, and unyielding Christian faith. The five golden fleurs-de-lis symbolise royal favor, purity, and noble expansion across domains. Positioned above the shield, the crest displays a golden stag resting (couchant), signifying peaceful dignity, forest lordship, and alert composure. Below, the motto scroll displays Toujours pret, translating from French to "Always ready." The formal recognition of this coat of arms was recorded in the Heralds' Visitations of Devon and Kent and catalogued in Burke's General Armory.
Historical figures
Sir John Hawkins (1532–1595): Legendary Elizabethan naval commander, shipbuilder, and Rear Admiral against the Spanish Armada.
Lady Judith Hawkins (16th Century): English gentlewoman and philanthropist recorded in Devon estate rolls.
Sir Richard Hawkins (c. 1562–1622): Famed English admiral, explorer, and Member of Parliament.
Product details
- Ayous wood 0.75″ (1.9 cm) thick frame from renewable forests
- Paper thickness: 10.3 mil (0.26 mm)
- Paper weight: 189 g/m²
- Lightweight & acrylite front protector
- Hanging hardware included
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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