{"product_id":"smith-uk-family-crest-framed-art-print","title":"Smith Family Crest framed artprint - English origin","description":"\u003ch2 style=\"color: #066666;\"\u003eCelebrate your family heritage with a gift to cherish – the \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(4, 68, 68);\"\u003eSmith Family Crest\u003c\/span\u003e framed and printed on museum-quality matte paper. Beautifully illustrated. Carefully researched. Uniquely personal.\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(4, 68, 68);\"\u003eSplendidly suited for a family occasion—whether it’s a milestone birthday, a Father’s Day surprise, a housewarming or a wedding, this piece is an instant heirloom.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"3\"\u003eSymbolism of the Smith coat of arms\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eThis specific Smith coat of arms, featuring a heron with a fish on the crest, was officially granted and recorded in the Tudor registers of the \u003cb data-path-to-node=\"1,0\" data-index-in-node=\"86\"\u003eCollege of Arms in London\u003c\/b\u003e in 1509 to Richard Smith, a prominent Alderman and the Sheriff of London during the ascension of King Henry VIII.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"4\"\u003eEvery element of this historic 1509 coat of arms was intentionally chosen to reflect the character, virtues, and faith of the bearer, culminating in a powerful visual legacy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Heron with a Fish:\u003c\/strong\u003e In classical heraldry, the heron is a symbol of vigilance, patience, and quiet wisdom due to its calm, calculated hunting nature. Holding a silver fish in its beak signifies prudence, prosperity, and piety—the reward of hard work and focused determination. The unique gold droplets (guttée d'or) on its neck represent drops of liquid gold, symbolizing generosity, wealth, and divine blessings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Fleur-de-lis:\u003c\/strong\u003e Positioned on the central chevron, the three red fleurs-de-lis are traditional symbols of purity, light, and dedication to the Virgin Mary. In Tudor England, they were also frequently granted to denote royal favor, noble alliances, or a reputation for flawless honor.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Crosses Pattée Fitchée:\u003c\/strong\u003e While often generalized as simple crosslets, the 1509 record explicitly details three crosses pattée fitchée (crosses with spreading arms and a pointed base). The pointed foot (fitchée) historically represents a pilgrim's or crusader's staff, symbolizing a family \"deeply rooted in the Christian faith\" and unwavering in their beliefs.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe Motto (Benigno Numine): \u003c\/strong\u003eTranslated from Latin, this ancient phrase means \"By divine providence\" or \"Under a favorable providence.\" It serves as a declaration of humility and gratitude, attributing the family’s success and protection to a higher power.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(6, 102, 102);\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eArtist's note:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(1, 55, 55);\"\u003eI really enjoyed recreating the \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eheron with a fish on this crest — such a beautifully meaningful piece of symbolism and \u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e it one of my favourite pieces that I have drawn for any crest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3 data-path-to-node=\"7\"\u003eOrigins of the Smith Name\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003eDerived from the Old English word \u003ci data-path-to-node=\"9\" data-index-in-node=\"34\"\u003esmitan\u003c\/i\u003e (meaning \"to smite\" or \"to strike\"), the name originally designated a master craftsman or metalworker—an indispensable and highly respected role in medieval society. Over the centuries, the surname evolved from a functional trade title into the king of surnames in the English speaking world.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"9\"\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTwo significant dates:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cb data-path-to-node=\"10,0,0\" data-index-in-node=\"0\"\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e975 AD: \u003c\/strong\u003eThe earliest recorded version of the surname in British history appears as Eceard Smid in the Register for County Durham during the Anglo-Saxon reign of King Edward the Martyr.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003e1204 AD:\u003c\/strong\u003e Following the Norman Conquest, the surname solidified its modern spelling, recorded officially in Suffolk, England.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-path-to-node=\"11\"\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003eOver the generations, linguistic and regional variations—such as the Saxon Smid, Smieth, and Smeeth; the Anglo-Norman Ferrier, Farrar, and Faber; and the Old English Smithman, Smither, and aristocratic English Smythe—veered towards the modern spelling of Smith. By the time Richard Smith secured this definitive heron-bearing crest in 1509, the Smith name had transitioned from a celebrated occupational title into a moniker of unmatched cultural sovereignty.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(6, 102, 102);\"\u003eAbout the artist\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach coat of arms on this site is an artwork by heraldic artist Éamonn Breathnach. Éamonn’s designs are carefully researched and based on the earliest available records from a variety of heraldic archives. Noted for their elegance and attention to detail these artworks make the perfect gift for any occasion with family and friends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e• Printed with water-based inks.\u003cbr\u003e• Ayous wood .75″ (1.9 cm) thick frame from renewable forests\u003cbr\u003e• Paper thickness: 10.3 mil (0.26 mm)\u003cbr\u003e• Paper weight: 189 g\/m²\u003cbr\u003e• Acrylite front protector\u003cbr\u003e• Hanging hardware included\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(6, 102, 102);\"\u003eNo Warehouses. No Waste. Just for you, made to order.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(98, 4, 4);\"\u003eDon't see your family name?\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eIf you'd like a name added to the collection, please get in touch.\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Family Crests Store","offers":[{"title":"8″×10″","offer_id":49547934531929,"sku":"4797958_10754","price":29.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"10″×10″","offer_id":49547934564697,"sku":"4797958_10755","price":35.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"11″×14″","offer_id":49547934597465,"sku":"4797958_14293","price":46.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12″×12″","offer_id":49547934630233,"sku":"4797958_10756","price":50.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12″×16″","offer_id":49547934663001,"sku":"4797958_10751","price":57.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"12″×18″","offer_id":49547934695769,"sku":"4797958_10752","price":65.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"14″×14″","offer_id":49547934728537,"sku":"4797958_10757","price":65.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"16″×16″","offer_id":49547934761305,"sku":"4797958_10758","price":73.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"16″×20″","offer_id":49547934794073,"sku":"4797958_10753","price":76.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"18″×18″","offer_id":49547934826841,"sku":"4797958_10759","price":84.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"18″×24″","offer_id":49547934859609,"sku":"4797958_10749","price":103.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true},{"title":"24″×36″","offer_id":49547934892377,"sku":"4797958_10750","price":137.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0820\/2669\/2953\/files\/enhanced-matte-paper-framed-poster-_in_-white-18x18-person-6718c2d15e5e3.jpg?v=1729675993","url":"https:\/\/familycrests.store\/products\/smith-uk-family-crest-framed-art-print","provider":"Family Crests Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}