The Powell Family Crest beer glass. Beautifully illustrated. Carefully researched. Uniquely personal.
Nicely suited for the moments that call for a proper toast. 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 Powell
Powell is an ancient Welsh patronymic surname derived from Ap Hywel (meaning "son of Howell," from hywel, meaning "eminent," "conspicuous," or "exalted warrior"). Tracing descent from ancient Welsh princes of Radnorshire and Carmarthenshire, the House of Powell established major landed estates across Breconshire, Monmouthshire, and Surrey. Members of the family served as High Sheriffs, judges, and military commanders. Codified early in feudal administrative records, the name appears in 16th-century Welsh heraldic rolls.
The symbolism of the Powell coat of arms
Commanding and heraldically balanced, the Powell coat of arms features a shield partitioned horizontally per fess in black and argent / silver or white, charged overall with a central lion rampant counterchanged (silver on the upper black half, black on the lower silver half). In classical Welsh heraldry, the black and silver fields symbolise deep wisdom, dignity, sincerity, peace, and unblemished judicial purity. The lion rampant counterchanged represents supreme bravery, warrior fortitude, and perfect balance between light and strength. Positioned above the shield, the crest displays a green dragon standing with wings displayed, symbolising formidable guardianship, ancient Welsh dragon heritage, and acute watchfulness. The formal recognition of this coat of arms was recorded in Lewys Dwnn’s Heraldic Visitations of Wales and catalogued in Burke's Peerage.
Historical figures
Vavasor Powell (1617–1670): Celebrated Welsh Nonconformist preacher, scholar, and writer.
Lady Mary Powell (17th Century): Recorded gentlewoman and benefactor in Breconshire estate rolls.
General Colin Powell (1937–2021): Famed American military general, Chairman of the Joint Chiefs of Staff, and 65th US Secretary of State.
Product details
- Classic sturdy pint glass with family crest
- Volume: 16 oz (473 ml)
- High heat from the dishwasher or microwave may damage the print, so please hand-wash only.
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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