Quin Family Crest framed artprin - Limerick origin | Family Crests

Celebrate your family heritage with a gift that will be genuinely cherished – the Quin Family Crest framed and printed on museum-quality matte paper. Beautifully illustrated. Carefully researched. Uniquely personal. It may well stay on the wall for generations to come!

Symbolism of the Quin Crest

The Quin coat of arms displayed here showcases a rich green shield emblazoned with a silver pegasus alongside a gold chief, complemented by a wolf’s head crest. Within heraldic tradition, the pegasus symbolizes honour, aspiration, and swiftness, reflecting noble virtues. The wolf’s head represents vigilance and strength, embodying protective instincts and resilience. The gold chief further signifies generosity and elevated social standing, common in heraldry. This particular version, granted 29 November 1688, is linked to a documented Quin lineage associated with Thady Quin of Adare in County Limerick and is referenced in subsequent Irish heraldic records connected to that family branch.

Origin of the Quin name

“Quin” is the anglicized form of the Irish Gaelic surname Ó Cuinn, which means “descendant of Conn.” This name appears across multiple Irish family branches, bearing strong historical ties to County Clare and, over time, to other regions of Ireland. The arms represented here correspond to later recorded Quin families, including those connected to Adare in County Limerick and Quinsborough in County Clare, highlighting the name’s enduring regional significance.

About the artist

Each family crest featured here is a faithful reproduction of original artwork by heraldic artist Éamonn Breathnach. Éamonn’s creations are carefully researched, drawing from the earliest and most authentic heraldic archives available. Noted for their elegant design and precise details, these pieces serve as meaningful gifts that celebrate heritage and family connections.

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 providing clarity and durability.
• Hanging hardware included for easy display.

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