Quinn Family Crest framed artprint - Limerick origin | Family Crests

Celebrate your family heritage with a gift that will be genuinely cherished – the Quinn Family Crest framed and printed on museum-quality matte paper. Beautifully illustrated. Carefully researched. Uniquely personal.

Symbolism of the Quinn Crest

The Quinn coat of arms presented here showcases a striking green shield adorned with a silver pegasus and crowned by a gold chief, accompanied by a wolf’s head crest. In heraldic tradition, the pegasus symbolizes honour, aspiration, and swiftness, representing noble qualities and a pursuit of excellence. The wolf’s head signifies vigilance and strength, emphasizing protection and resilience. The gold chief adds the heraldic symbolism of generosity and elevated social standing. This particular design, granted 29 November 1688, traces its roots to a documented Quinn lineage connected with Thady Quinn of Adare in County Limerick. This version is commonly found in later Irish heraldic records associated with this branch of the Quinn family.

Origin of the Quinn name

The surname Quinn is the anglicized form of the Irish Gaelic name Ó Cuinn, meaning “descendant of Conn.” This name has deep roots in multiple Irish clans, particularly with strong historical ties in County Clare and subsequently other regions of Ireland. The coat of arms featured here is linked with later recorded Quin families, including branches associated with Adare in County Limerick and Quinsborough in County Clare, reflecting their rich ancestral heritage.

About the artist

Each crest featured on this site is a faithful reproduction of an original artwork created by heraldic artist Éamonn Breathnach. Éamonn’s meticulous designs are based on thorough research using the earliest available records from a variety of heraldic archives. Noted for their elegance and precision, these artworks make meaningful and timeless gifts suitable for family celebrations and special occasions.

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 for enhanced durability.
• Hanging hardware included for easy display.

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