The Knight 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 Knight
Knight stems from the Old English cniht, originally meaning "military retainer," "armored horseman," or "free feudal servant." Following the 1066 Norman Conquest, the term evolved into an aristocratic title bestowed upon landholders bound to perform knight-service for the Crown. Early family seats were established across Berkshire, Devon, Sussex, and Hampshire, with early ancestral records appearing in the 1086 Domesday Book under Godefridus Cniht, as well as the 1273 Hundred Rolls during the reign of King Edward I.
The symbolism of the Knight coat of arms
The Knight coat of arms features a shield filled with vertical paly stripes of argent (silver) and gules (red), set within an engrailed (scalloped) azure (blue) border. In heraldry, argent signifies peace and purity, gules denotes warrior fortitude, and azure represents truth and steadfast loyalty.
The vertical paly pattern symbolizes military palisades and fortress defense, while the engrailed blue bordure signifies protective boundaries, honor, and vigilance in guarding family domains.
Surmounting the shield, the crest features a golden eagle displayed (wings outstretched) positioned between two red lance banners, resting upon a coronet. Framed by flowing blue and silver mantling, this ancient blazon is recorded in J.B. Rietstap’s Armorial Général and official English Heralds' Visitations.
Historical figures
Sir Richard Knight (1639–1679): English landholder, military officer, and Member of Parliament for Lymington in the late 17th century.
Thomas Andrew Knight (1759–1838): Renowned English horticulturist, botanist, and long-serving President of the Royal Horticultural Society.
Richard Payne Knight (1751–1824): Celebrated connoisseur, MP for Ludlow, art scholar, and major benefactor of the British Museum.
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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