O'Melaghlin Family Crest framed artprint

The O'Melaghlin Family Crest framed artprint. Beautifully illustrated. Carefully researched. Uniquely personal.

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 O'Melaghlin

O'Melaghlin (McLaughlin / McLoughlin) is one of the premier royal Gaelic Irish dynasties, derived from Ó Maelseachlainn (meaning "descendant of the servant of St. Seachnall"). Tracing direct royal descent from Mael Sechnaill II, High King of Ireland, the clan ruled as High Kings of Ireland and royal Kings of Meath (Mide) from their ancestral seats across Westmeath and Offaly. Ruling the heart of the Irish Midlands for centuries, the House of O'Melaghlin produced legendary monarchs, military commanders, and patrons of monastic learning.

The symbolism of the O'Melaghlin coat of arms

Visually complex and sovereign, the O'Melaghlin coat of arms features a shield partitioned horizontally: the upper argent / silver or white section is divided vertically per pale, displaying three upright red hands on the left and a central red lion rampant on the right; the lower section features blue and silver wavy water charged with a silver salmon swimming. In Gaelic heraldry, the upper silver field, red hands, and red lion symbolise sincerity, unblemished judicial purity, sacred pledges, and royal Midland command. The lower wavy water and silver salmon represent ancient Gaelic wisdom (Éigne), river lordship along the River Shannon, and natural abundance. Positioned above the shield, the crest displays a striking plume of blue and silver feathers issuing from a golden crown, symbolising noble elevation and victory. Below, the motto scroll displays Cuimhnigh ar do gheallamhnacha, translating from Gaelic to "Remember your promises." The formal recognition of this coat of arms was registered in the Ulster Office of Arms at Dublin Castle.

Historical figures

Mael Sechnaill II / Malachy II (949–1022): High King of Ireland and ruler of the Kingdom of Meath.
Queen Mael Muire / Lady Margaret O'Melaghlin (12th Century): Royal Gaelic queen consort and benefactor.
Cormac O'Melaghlin (13th Century): King of Meath recorded in early Irish monastic annals.

Product details

Ayous wood 0.75″ (1.9 cm) thick frame from renewable forests
Paper thickness: 10.3 mil (0.26 mm)
Paper weight: 189 g/m²
Lightweight & acrylite front protector
Hanging hardware included

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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.

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.