The Reynolds 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 Reynolds
Reynolds is an ancient Anglo-Norman and English patronymic surname meaning "son of Reginald" (derived from Germanic Raginwald, composed of ragin, meaning "counsel/advisor," and wald, meaning "rule" or "power"—thus "powerful advisor"). Introduced to England during the 1066 Norman Conquest and expanding into Ireland (County Leitrim and Westmeath), the House of Reynolds established major landed seats across Devon, Somerset, and Leicestershire. Members served as High Sheriffs, Presidents of the Royal Academy, and military commanders. Codified early in feudal records, the name appears in the 1273 Hundred Rolls (John Reynald).
The symbolism of the Reynolds coat of arms
Visually vibrant and forest-inspired, the Reynolds coat of arms features a vibrant green shield charged with a central golden lion rampant, set between three golden scallop shells or escallops (two in chief, one in base). In classical heraldry, the green field symbolises hope, vitality, and deep roots in ancestral soil, while the central golden lion rampant represents supreme bravery, royal leadership, and heroic spirit. The three golden scallop shells serve as iconic emblems of long journeys, sea voyages, noble pilgrimage, and resolute defense of domain. Positioned above the shield, the crest displays a silver or golden stag or hart resting (hart couchant), symbolising peace, forest command, acute vigilance, and quiet dignity under trial. The formal recognition of this coat of arms was recorded in the Heralds' Visitations of Devon and catalogued in Burke's Peerage.
Historical figures
Sir Joshua Reynolds (1723–1792): World-famous English painter and first President of the Royal Academy of Arts.
Lady Catherine Reynolds (18th Century): Recorded gentlewoman and benefactor in Devon estate rolls.
John Reynolds (1788–1865): Prominent American statesman and 7th Governor of Illinois.
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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