O'Conor Family Crest beer glass - apple tree

Here’s a proper gift for any O'Conor who enjoys a beer! The O’Connor Family Crest on a sturdy 16oz pint glass. Beautifully illustrated. Carefully researched. Uniquely personal.

The surname O'Connor is one of the oldest and most historically significant family names in Ireland, deeply rooted in royal Gaelic heritage. Derived from the Irish Ó Conchobhair, it translates to "descendant of Conchobhar"—an ancient personal name generally interpreted to mean "lover of hounds" or "helpful chief." Rather than emerging from a single source, the surname evolved independently from at least five distinct regional clans or "septs" across the island, including branches in Kerry, Offaly, Clare, and Derry. The most illustrious of these was the Royal House of Connacht, a powerful dynasty that came to dominate medieval Irish politics. This lineage famously produced Turlough Mór O'Connor and his son Roderick (Ruaidrí) O'Connor, who reigned as the final High King of Ireland before the Anglo-Norman invasion of the 12th century.

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 and uniquely personal gifts for any occasion with family and friends.

Product details
• Sturdy pint glass
• Volume: 16 oz (473 ml)
Just a heads-up: this piece loves a gentle hand-wash! Dishwashers and microwaves get super hot, which might damage the print—so let's skip those to keep it looking perfect.

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