The Peters 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 Peters
Peters is an ancient English, Dutch, and German patronymic surname meaning "son of Peter" (derived from Greek Petros, meaning "rock" or "firm foundation"). Widespread across Devon, Cornwall, Kent, and the Low Countries following the early Middle Ages, families bearing the Peters name held respected standing as manorial landholders, High Sheriffs, and merchants. Codified early in medieval administrative records, the name appears in early feudal charters across Western Europe.
The symbolism of the Peters coat of arms
Visually striking and symbolic, the Peters coat of arms features a shield partitioned arched horizontally: the upper black field is charged with three golden lozenges or mascles, set above a lower golden section bearing a central black lion rampant. In classical heraldry, the black upper field symbolises deep wisdom, dignity, and constancy under trial, while the gold lower field denotes generosity and royal favor. The three golden lozenges represent architectural grace, nobility, and structural unity, while the black lion rampant signifies supreme courage and heroic leadership. Positioned above the shield, the crest displays an argent / silver or white swan standing upon a golden lozenge with wings elevated, symbolising rare grace, sincerity, and martial vigilance. Below, the motto scroll displays Invidia major, translating to "Above envy." The formal recognition of this coat of arms was recorded in the Heralds' Visitations of Devon and catalogued in Burke's Landed Gentry.
Historical figures
Hugh Peters (1598–1660): English preacher, scholar, and prominent figure during the English Civil War.
Lady Mary Peters (17th Century): Recorded gentlewoman and benefactor in Devon land charters.
Sir John Peters (16th Century): High Sheriff and landed gentleman recorded in Kent estate rolls.
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
No Warehouses. No Waste. Just for you, made to order
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.
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