O'Reilly Family Crest Family framed artprint

Celebrate your family heritage with a gift to cherish – the O'Reilly Family Crest framed and printed on museum-quality matte paper. Beautifully illustrated. Carefully researched. Uniquely personal.

Symbolism of the O’Reilly Crest

The O’Reilly coat of arms is traditionally depicted with an Irish crown as the crest, from which a tree rises entwined by a serpent. In heraldic tradition, the crown symbolizes authority and noble standing, while the tree represents life, endurance, and the continuity of family lineage. The serpent adds a unique and memorable element, often interpreted as a sign of wisdom, protection, and vigilance. On the shield, the lions and hand motif are among the most recognized O’Reilly heraldic symbols, with the hand commonly associated with faith, sincerity, and justice. The family motto most frequently linked to this crest is Fortitudine et prudentia, meaning “With fortitude and prudence.”

Origin of the O’Reilly Name

Ó Raghallaigh is the original Gaelic form of the surname O’Reilly, meaning “descendant of Raghallach.” The name is historically linked to County Cavan and the kingdom of Breifne, where the family were recorded as princes of East Breffny. This heritage places the surname deeply within medieval Irish history. Over time, the surname evolved into English forms like O’Reilly and related spellings, while the Gaelic version remains the older and historically precise form. Different branches of the family, recorded in various times and places, have led to variations in the heraldic representation, yet each version remains an integral part of the broader O’Reilly legacy.

About the artist

Each crest featured on this site is a faithful reproduction of an original artwork by heraldic artist Éamonn Breathnach. Éamonn’s creations are carefully researched using the earliest available records from various heraldic archives. Noted for their elegance and precision, these prints make thoughtful and meaningful gifts for family and friends on any occasion.

Product details

• Printed with water-based inks.
• Ayous wood .75″ (1.9 cm) thick frame sourced from renewable forests
• Paper thickness: 10.3 mil (0.26 mm)
• Paper weight: 189 g/m²
• 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.