The Miranda Family Crest beer 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 Miranda
Miranda (de Miranda) is an ancient Spanish grandee noble surname derived from the town and valley of Miranda in Asturias, Galicia, or Navarre (originating from Latin miranda, meaning "worthy of admiration" or "viewpoint/watchtower"). Originating during the early Reconquista, the House of Miranda held premier aristocracy as Counts of Miranda and Lords of San Cruz, producing military commanders, admirals, and diplomats who expanded across Spain and the Americas.
The symbolism of the Miranda coat of arms
Visually complex and protective, the Miranda coat of arms features a shield partitioned quarterly: the 1st and 4th green quarters are charged with a central golden griffin rampant; the 2nd and 3rd argent / silver or white quarters display a green oak tree on a mount with a walking silver wolf at its base. The entire shield is set within a black border (bordure) charged with eight silver stars and small side shields (inescutcheons). In Iberian heraldry, the green quarters and golden griffin symbolise vitality, hope, fierce watchfulness, high intellect, and guardian power. The silver quarters, oak tree, and wolf represent sincerity, ancient land tenure, enduring wisdom, and untamed martial fortitude. The black bordure with silver stars denotes deep wisdom, constancy, divine guidance, and territorial defense. Positioned above the shield, the crest displays a plume of green and silver feathers, symbolising noble elevation. The formal recognition of this coat of arms was documented in Asturian grandee rolls and catalogued in the Nobiliario Español and J.B. Rietstap’s Armorial Général.
Historical figures
Count Gutierre de Miranda (12th Century): Asturian noble commander during the Reconquista.
Doña María de Miranda (17th Century): Spanish noblewoman and benefactor recorded in Asturian charters.
Francisco de Miranda (1750–1816): Celebrated Venezuelan military commander, revolutionary, and forerunner of South American independence.
Product details
- Classic sturdy pint glass with family crest
- Volume: 16 oz (473 ml)
- 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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