Ó Murchú - Murphy Family Crest Rocks Glass

Here’s a proper gift for all those sea-warrior Ó Murchú - Murphys who enjoy a wee drop of the pure stuff! The Ó Murchú family crest, printed to order on a classic whiskey glass.

Sláinte! ☘️

Symbolism of the Ó Murchú Crest

This Ó Murchú coat of arms showcases a quartered shield featuring vibrant red and silver fields, accented by a bold black horizontal band across the center, and adorned with three gleaming gold wheatsheaves. In heraldic tradition, red symbolizes courage and martial strength, silver represents peace and sincerity, black denotes constancy, and gold embodies generosity and honour. The wheatsheaves serve as timeless emblems of abundance and plenty, while the lions are traditionally interpreted as symbols of courage and noble bearing. Crowned above the shield, the crest presents a red lion clutching a wheatsheaf, reinforcing themes of strength and sustenance. The motto Fortis et hospitalis translates to “Brave and hospitable.” The most reliable historical evidence for this particular version of the Ó Murchú / Murphy crest links one Murphy lineage to Mount Merrion, County Dublin, and another to Kilbrew, County Meath. Recorded grants exist for William Murphy, Esq., and descendants of his grandfather William Murphy of Mount Merrion. This crest’s design is rooted in an older documented Irish heraldic form, connected to family branches in counties Dublin and Meath, and grounded in the broader Gaelic Murphy sept tradition.

Origin of the Ó Murchú name

Ó Murchú is the modern Irish language form of the older Gaelic names Ó Murchadha or Mac Murchadha, derived from murchadh, meaning “sea warrior.” The surname is deeply rooted in Irish heritage and appears in several historic Irish branches rather than a single universal family line. One tradition places early Murphy families in County Wexford, while other sources cite distinct septs in Cork, Sligo/Roscommon, Tyrone, and Armagh. Because the surname originated in multiple regions, various Murphy heraldic forms exist, each linked to specific historical lines. This particular 'Mount Merrion' version is certainly widely recognised as the best known Murphy crest not least because of the famous beer brand associated with it. Additionally, the Murphys of Wexford have a family crest featuring an apple tree and a golden lion, also featured on this website.

About the artist

Each crest on this site is an artwork by heraldic artist Éamonn Breathnach. Éamonn’s creations are carefully researched and based on the earliest surviving records from diverse heraldic archives. Known for their refined elegance and precise detail, these prints serve as meaningful gifts perfect for any occasion with family and friends.

Product details:

• Glass material

• Volume: 10.5 oz. (311 ml)

• Height: 3.4″ (8.64 cm)

• Diameter: 3.2″ (8.13 cm)
• Please hand-wash only. Not recommended for dishwasher or microwave use.

Suggested uses: These rocks glasses make perfect Christmas gifts, birthday gifts, wedding gifts, Father's Day gifts and anniversary gifts.

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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.

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