The Morgan 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 Morgan
Morgan is an illustrious ancient Welsh surname derived from the Old Welsh personal name Morcant (composed of mor, meaning "sea," and cant, meaning "circle" or "defender"—thus "sea-defender" or "born of the sea"). Tracing direct lineage from Cadifor ap Collwyn, Lord of Dyfed, the House of Morgan established premier seats at Tredegar House in Monmouthshire and across Glamorgan. Ruling as Barons Tredegar, High Sheriffs, and Parliamentarians, the family exerted immense political and industrial power across South Wales and the British Empire. Codified early, the name appears in the 1273 Hundred Rolls of Berkshire (John Morgan).
The symbolism of the Morgan coat of arms
Commanding and guardian-inspired, the Morgan coat of arms features a radiant golden shield charged with a central black griffin rampant. In classical Welsh heraldry, the gold field symbolises generosity, elevation of mind, and high standing, while the black griffin rampant (a mythic creature combining the eagle and lion) represents acute watchfulness, high intellect, fierce agility, and guardian protection of family territory. Positioned above the shield, the crest displays a stag's head erased with branching red antlers, symbolising forest lordship, swiftness, and keen alertness. Below, the motto scroll displays Fidus et audax, translating to "Faithful and bold." The formal recognition of this coat of arms was recorded in Lewys Dwnn’s 16th-century Heraldic Visitations of Wales and catalogued in Burke's Peerage.
Historical figures
Sir Henry Morgan (c. 1635–1688): Legendary Welsh admiral, privateer, and Lieutenant Governor of Jamaica.
Lady Elizabeth Morgan (17th Century): Noblewoman recorded in Tredegar House estate charters.
William Morgan (1545–1604): Celebrated Welsh bishop who first translated the complete Bible into the Welsh language.
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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