{"product_id":"okeeffe-family-crest-mug","title":"O'Keeffe Family Crest mug","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: #066666;\"\u003eAn O’Keeffe\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(4, 68, 68);\"\u003e Family Crest\u003c\/span\u003e mug—the perfect gift for family and friends. Beautifully illustrated. Carefully researched. Uniquely personal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eEminently suited for a proper brew, it makes a deeply meaningful gift for milestone birthdays, Father’s Day, a new home, or Christmas morning\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"392\" data-start=\"157\"\u003eThe origin of the O’Keeffe name\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"155\" data-start=\"40\"\u003eThe surname O’Keeffe is of Irish Gaelic origin, derived from Ó Caoimh, meaning “descendant of Caoimh.”\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"392\" data-start=\"157\"\u003eThe personal name Caoimh comes from the Gaelic word caomh, meaning gentle, kind, noble, or beloved. So at its root, the name carries a meaning linked to gentleness and noble character, rather than warfare or occupation.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-end=\"392\" data-start=\"157\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThe O’Keeffes were historically a landowning and ruling family, holding significant influence in southern Ireland for many centuries before the Norman invasion and subsequent political changes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4 data-end=\"392\" data-start=\"157\"\u003eThe symbolism of the O’Keeffe Family Crest\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eAccording to historical records, including the 1884 edition of \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"63\" data-path-to-node=\"12\"\u003eBurke’s General Armory\u003c\/i\u003e, the traditional coat of arms for the O’Keeffe clan features a green shield displaying a golden lion standing on its hind legs beneath two upright golden hands. Each component carries a specific meaning within European and Irish history:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-path-to-node=\"13\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003eThe Colors:\u003c\/b\u003e The green background (\u003ci data-index-in-node=\"34\" data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003evert\u003c\/i\u003e) denotes hope and loyalty, while the gold elements (\u003ci data-index-in-node=\"91\" data-path-to-node=\"13,0,0\"\u003eor\u003c\/i\u003e) signify generosity and honor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,1,0\"\u003eThe Standing Lion:\u003c\/b\u003e A classic symbol of courage and leadership, historically used to indicate chieftain status.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,2,0\"\u003eThe Two Upright Hands:\u003c\/b\u003e Depicted with open palms facing forward, these are long-standing symbols representing faith, sincerity, and justice.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,3,0\"\u003eThe Crest:\u003c\/b\u003e Positioned above the shield, the crest displays a walking griffin holding a sword. In historical records, this mythical combination of an eagle and a lion represents vigilance, while the sword denotes military honor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0\"\u003e\u003cb data-index-in-node=\"0\" data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0\"\u003eThe Motto:\u003c\/b\u003e Located on the scroll beneath the shield, the Latin phrase \u003ci data-index-in-node=\"70\" data-path-to-node=\"13,4,0\"\u003eForti et fideli nihil difficile\u003c\/i\u003e translates to \"For the brave and faithful, nothing is difficult.\" It serves as the official historic motto passed down through the O'Keeffe family line.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout the artist\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan\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.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eProduct details\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e• Ceramic\u003cbr\u003e• 15 oz mug dimensions: 4.7″ (11.9 cm) in height, 3.3″ (8.5 cm) in diameter\u003cbr\u003e• Lead and BPA-free material\u003cbr\u003e• Dishwasher and microwave safe\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. \u003cstrong\u003eFamily Crests Store\u003c\/strong\u003e 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\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eI’m always happy to add new crests to the collection, so please get in touch.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e ⚜️\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Family Crests Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":57836842910041,"sku":"8866769_4830","price":21.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0820\/2669\/2953\/files\/O_KeeffeFamilyCrestStoremug-white-15-oz-handle-on-left-6a1e0dd51e23b.jpg?v=1780355471","url":"https:\/\/familycrests.store\/products\/okeeffe-family-crest-mug","provider":"Family Crests Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}