The Sandoval Family Crest mug. Beautifully illustrated. Carefully researched. Uniquely personal.
Eminently suited for a proper brew! Whether it’s a gift to mark a milestone birthday, a new home, or Christmas morning — here’s an artwork with history in your hands.
The origin of the name Sandoval
Sandoval (de Sandoval) is a premier Spanish grandee noble surname derived from the town and manor of Sandoval (Sandoval de la Reina) in Burgos, Old Castile (from Latin saltus novalis, meaning "newly cleared forest / fertile field"). Tracing descent from Count Fernán González during the 10th century, the House of Sandoval rose to supreme power as Dukes of Lerma, Marquis of Denia, and Counts of Uceda. Serving as Prime Ministers (Validos) to Spanish monarchs, Cardinals, and Viceroys, the Sandoval dynasty exercised near-absolute authority over the Spanish Empire during its Golden Age.
The symbolism of the Sandoval coat of arms
Visually minimalist and aristocratic, the Sandoval coat of arms features a radiant golden shield charged with a broad black diagonal band (bendwise / bend sable). In Iberian grandee heraldry, the gold field symbolises generosity, elevation of mind, and royal favor, while the broad black diagonal band represents a knightly sash of honor, structural stability, deep wisdom, and holding ancestral family assets together under trial. Positioned above the shield, the crest displays a striking plume of black and gold feathers, symbolising noble elevation and light. The formal recognition of this coat of arms was documented in Castilian grandee rolls and catalogued in the Nobiliario Español and J.B. Rietstap’s Armorial Général.
Historical figures
Francisco Gómez de Sandoval, 1st Duke of Lerma (1553–1625): World-famous Grandee of Spain, Cardinal, and Chief Minister to King Philip III.
Doña Juana de Sandoval (16th Century): Spanish noblewoman and matriarch recorded in Valladolid estate charters.
Gonzalo de Sandoval (1497–1528): Celebrated Spanish conquistador, military officer, and explorer.
Product details
- High quality white ceramic mug with the family crest printed two sides
- Dishwasher and microwave safe
- 15 oz mug dimensions: 4.7″ (11.9 cm) in height, 3.3″ (8.5 cm) in diameter
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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