The Lane 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 Lane
Lane is an ancient English topographic surname derived from Old English lanu (referring to an ancestor residing near a prominent rural lane or pathway). Establishing influential manorial seats across Staffordshire (Bentley Hall), Northamptonshire, and Devon following the Norman Conquest, the family gained international fame during the English Civil War when Jane Lane courageously helped King Charles II escape after the Battle of Worcester. Codified early in feudal records, the name appears in the 1273 Hundred Rolls of Lincolnshire (Hugh de la Lane).
The symbolism of the Lane coat of arms
Commanding and bold, the Lane coat of arms features an argent / silver or white shield charged with a central red lion rampant, set within a black border (orle/bordure). In classical heraldry, the silver field symbolises sincerity and peace, while the red lion rampant represents heroic courage, martial valour, and unyielding defense of the crown. The black border denotes deep wisdom, constancy, and territorial protection. Positioned above the shield, the crest displays a striking plume of feathers, representing noble elevation and victory. The formal recognition of this coat of arms was recorded in the Heralds' Visitations of Staffordshire and catalogued in Burke's Landed Gentry.
Historical figures
Sir Richard Lane (1584–1650): Lord Keeper of the Great Seal to King Charles I.
Jane Lane / Lady Fisher (1626–1689): Celebrated English heroine who saved King Charles II by riding with him disguised as her servant.
Sir Philip Lane (18th Century): Recorded magistrate and landowner in Staffordshire charters.
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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