Roberts Family Crest beer glass - English origin

The Roberts Family Crest beer glass - English origin. 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 Roberts

Roberts is an illustrious ancient Welsh and English patronymic surname meaning "son of Robert" (derived from Germanic Hrode-bert, meaning "bright fame"). Tracing lineage from ancient Welsh princes of Denbighshire, Montgomeryshire, and Carnarvonshire, the House of Roberts established premier landed seats at Glan y Wern and Plas Einion. Ruling as High Sheriffs, Parliamentarians, and military commanders, members exerted immense political influence across Wales, England, and the British Empire. Codified early, the name appears in 16th-century Welsh heraldic visitations.

The symbolism of the Roberts (Version 1) coat of arms

Commanding and heraldically balanced, this Roberts coat of arms features a shield partitioned horizontally per fess arched in black (sable) 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, noble authority, and perfect balance between light and strength. Positioned above the shield, the crest displays a plume of black and silver feathers issuing from a golden crown, symbolising noble elevation, light, and royal favor. 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

Field Marshal Frederick Roberts, 1st Earl Roberts (1832–1914): World-famous British military commander and Victoria Cross recipient.
Lady Jane Roberts (17th Century): Welsh noblewoman recorded in Denbighshire estate rolls.
Bartholomew Roberts / "Black Bart" (1682–1722): Famed Welsh sea captain and historic maritime figure.

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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