Martin Family Crest Rocks Glass - Aragon origin

The Martin Family Crest Rocks Glass - Aragon origin. 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.

symbolism of the Martin escudo de armas of the Kingdom of Aragon

The formal heraldic blazon for this lineage registers a silver shield (Plata) charged with a red cross flory (Gules), which is a cross where the arms terminate in the shape of a fleur-de-lis. In traditional Hispanic heraldry, a silver field denotes integrity, purity, and vigilance, while the color red signifies military bravery, strength, and sacrifice in battle. The cross flory was frequently adopted by knights associated with the medieval Spanish military orders, such as the Order of Calatrava, symbolizing both religious devotion and military service. The crest above the helmet features a plume of feathers in alternating red and white.

Historical Figures

A prominent historical figure from the early Spanish expansions of this era was Alonso Martín, a sixteenth-century navigator and explorer from Extremadura. He served as a pilot alongside Vasco Núñez de Balboa and became historically documented as the first European to sail upon the waters of the Pacific Ocean after its discovery in 1513. The lineage also includes various medieval knights recorded in the municipal archives of Zaragoza and Teruel who received land grants under the Crown of Aragon for their service in securing frontier territories.

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.

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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