{"product_id":"o-murchu-murphy-family-crest-enhanced-matte-paper-poster","title":"Ó Murchú - Murphy Family Crest Enhanced matte paper poster","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(6, 102, 102);\"\u003eCelebrate your family heritage with a gift to cherish – the \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(4, 58, 58);\"\u003eÓ Murchú - Murphy Family Crest\u003c\/span\u003e framed and printed on museum-quality matte paper. Beautifully illustrated. Carefully researched. Uniquely personal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\u003ch5\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(4, 40, 119);\"\u003e☘️ \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(162, 127, 11);\"\u003eStandard sizes — easy to frame yourself to make a truly meaningful gift \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(4, 40, 119);\"\u003e☘️ \u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h5\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSymbolism of the Ó Murchú Crest\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis Ó Murchú coat of arms features a quartered shield with vibrant red and silver fields, a bold black horizontal band across the center, and three gleaming gold wheatsheaves. In heraldry, each color carries significant meaning: red symbolizes courage and martial strength; silver represents peace and sincerity; black denotes constancy; and gold signifies generosity and honor. The wheatsheaves stand as enduring heraldic emblems of abundance and plenty, while the lions commonly symbolize courage and noble bearing. The crest atop the shield depicts a red lion clutching a wheatsheaf, reinforcing the powerful themes of strength and sustenance. The family motto, \u003cem\u003eFortis et hospitalis\u003c\/em\u003e, translates to “Brave and hospitable,” reflecting the values upheld by the Murphy lineage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHistorical records associate this version of the Ó Murchú \/ Murphy crest with two primary family lines: one linked to Mount Merrion in County Dublin, and another connected to Kilbrew in County Meath. Notably, a grant was recorded for William Murphy, Esq., along with descendants of his grandfather William Murphy of Mount Merrion. This crest design is derived from an earlier recorded Irish heraldic form, tied to family branches across County Dublin and County Meath, and deeply rooted in the wider Gaelic Murphy sept tradition.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eOrigin of the Ó Murchú Name\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eÓ 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(6, 102, 102);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAbout the artist\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach 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 and uniquely personal gifts for any occasion with family and friends. These prints come in standard frame sizes, making them easy to frame yourself and turn into a truly special gift.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Paper thickness: 0.26 mm (10.3 mil)\u003cbr\u003e• Paper weight: 189 g\/m²\u003cbr\u003e• Opacity: 94%\u003cbr\u003e• ISO brightness: 104%\u003cbr\u003e• 21 × 30 cm posters correspond to A4 size\u003cbr\u003e• Paper sourced from Japan\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(6, 102, 102);\"\u003eNo Warehouses. No Waste. Just for you, made to order.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 4, 4);\"\u003eDon't see your family name?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you'd like a name added to the collection, please get in touch.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Family Crests Store","offers":[{"title":"A1 (23.3″×33.1″)","offer_id":58003392725337,"sku":"8857654_19527","price":48.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"A2 (16.5″×23.3″)","offer_id":58003392758105,"sku":"8857654_19528","price":45.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"5″×7″","offer_id":58003392790873,"sku":"8857654_16364","price":26.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"8″×10″","offer_id":58003392823641,"sku":"8857654_4463","price":27.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10″×10″","offer_id":58003392856409,"sku":"8857654_6239","price":29.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"11″×14″","offer_id":58003392889177,"sku":"8857654_14125","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12″×12″","offer_id":58003392921945,"sku":"8857654_4464","price":33.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12″×16″","offer_id":58003392954713,"sku":"8857654_1349","price":31.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12″×18″","offer_id":58003392987481,"sku":"8857654_3876","price":29.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"14″×14″","offer_id":58003393020249,"sku":"8857654_6240","price":30.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"16″×16″","offer_id":58003393053017,"sku":"8857654_4465","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"16″×20″","offer_id":58003393085785,"sku":"8857654_3877","price":37.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"18″×18″","offer_id":58003393118553,"sku":"8857654_6242","price":38.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"18″×24″","offer_id":58003393151321,"sku":"8857654_1","price":40.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"20″×30″","offer_id":58003393184089,"sku":"8857654_16365","price":42.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"24″×36″","offer_id":58003393216857,"sku":"8857654_2","price":48.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0820\/2669\/2953\/files\/enhanced-matte-paper-poster-_in_-18x24-front-69fbf5141b544.jpg?v=1778120121","url":"https:\/\/familycrests.store\/products\/o-murchu-murphy-family-crest-enhanced-matte-paper-poster","provider":"Family Crests Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}