The Holland 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 Holland
Holland is an ancient English habitational noble surname derived from Holland in Lincolnshire, Lancashire (Upholland), or Essex. The House of Holland rose to supreme royal aristocracy during the 14th century as Earls of Kent and Dukes of Exeter, intermarrying directly with the Plantagenet royal family and serving as military commanders during the Hundred Years' War. Codified in early administrative rolls, the name appears in the 1273 Hundred Rolls of Lincolnshire (Robert de Hoyland).
The symbolism of the Holland coat of arms
Regal and protective, the Holland coat of arms features a deep blue shield charged with a central walking argent / silver or white lion rampant, set within an orb of eight silver fleurs-de-lis. In classical heraldry, the deep blue shield symbolises loyalty, truth, and devotion, while the central silver lion represents supreme bravery, heroism, and noble leadership. The eight surrounding silver fleurs-de-lis denote royal favor, grace, and purity. Positioned above the shield, the crest displays a standing black wolf or hound, signifying fierce alertness, loyalty, and unyielding protection of domain. The formal recognition of this coat of arms was recorded in the 16th-century Heralds' Visitations of Lancashire and catalogued in Burke's Peerage.
Historical figures
Thomas Holland, 1st Earl of Kent (c. 1314–1360): English military commander and founding Knight of the Order of the Garter.
Lady Margaret Holland, Duchess of Clarence (1385–1439): English noblewoman and royal court figure.
Philemon Holland (1552–1637): Celebrated English scholar and translator known as "The Translator General."
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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