The Myles 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 Myles
Myles is the primary historical spelling variant of the ancient noble surname Miles (Milo), derived from Latin miles (meaning "soldier" or "knight") or Old Slavic Mil ("beloved"). Introduced to England and Ireland during the 1066 Norman Conquest, the lineage established influential seats across Somerset, Gloucestershire, and Ireland, producing High Sheriffs, judges, and religious scholars.
The symbolism of the Myles coat of arms
Sharing the exact ancestral bearings of the noble Miles lineage, the Myles coat of arms features a red shield charged with a broad golden diagonal band (bend) powdered with black ermine spots, surmounted diagonally by a central argent / silver or white steel sword with a golden hilt in bend. In classical heraldry, the red field symbolises martial courage, fortitude, and sacrifice, while the golden bend with ermine spots denotes knightly sashes of honor, judicial purity, and royal favor. The silver steel sword represents knightly readiness, justice, military valor, and armed defense of family territory. Positioned above the shield, the crest displays a plume of red and gold feathers, symbolising noble elevation and victory. Below, the motto scroll displays Sola virtus invicta, translating to "Virtue alone is unconquerable." The formal recognition of this coat of arms was recorded in the Heralds' Visitations of Somerset and catalogued in Burke's General Armory.
Historical figures
Sir Richard Myles (16th Century): Recorded magistrate and landowner in English land charters.
Lady Catherine Myles (17th Century): Recorded gentlewoman and benefactor in Somerset land rolls.
John Myles (1621–1683): Celebrated Welsh-American religious leader, scholar, and founder of Swansey, Massachusetts.
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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