The Nelson 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 Nelson
Nelson is an ancient English and Anglo-Norman patronymic surname meaning "son of Nell" (a medieval diminutive of Eleanor or Nicholas). Establishing influential seats across Norfolk, Lancashire, and Yorkshire following the 1066 Norman Conquest, the House of Nelson produced High Sheriffs, parliamentary leaders, and immortal naval commanders—most notably Admiral Horatio Nelson, 1st Viscount Nelson, hero of the Battle of Trafalgar. Codified early in feudal administrative records, the name appears in the 1327 Subsidy Rolls of Yorkshire (John Nelson).
The symbolism of the Nelson coat of arms
Visually balanced and aristocratic, the Nelson coat of arms features a field partitioned quarterly in black (sable) and argent / silver or white, charged with three fleurs-de-lis counterchanged. In classical heraldry, the contrast of black and silver symbolises deep wisdom, dignity, constancy, sincerity, and unblemished judicial purity. The balanced quarterly division represents structural integrity and harmony of domain, while the three fleurs-de-lis denote royal favor, spiritual purity, and high nobility across generations. Positioned above the shield, the crest displays a striking plume of black and silver feathers, symbolising noble elevation and light. The formal recognition of this coat of arms was recorded in the Heralds' Visitations of Norfolk and catalogued in Burke's Peerage.
Historical figures
Admiral Horatio Nelson, 1st Viscount Nelson (1758–1805): World-famous British naval commander and hero of the Battle of Trafalgar.
Lady Frances Nelson, Viscountess Nelson (1761–1831): English noblewoman and philanthropist.
Thomas Nelson Jr. (1738–1789): American Founding Father, Signer of the Declaration of Independence, and Governor of Virginia.
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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