Strawbridge Family Crest Rocks Glass

The Strawbridge Family Crest on a classic rocks glass. 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 Strawbridge

The surname Strawbridge is a classic example of an English habitational name, deeply rooted in the Anglo-Saxon period. It primarily originates from the ancient hamlet of Strawbridge located within the parish of Hatherleigh in Devon, England. The etymology of the name stems from the Old English elements stōw, meaning a "place" or "holy place," combined with brycg, denoting a "bridge".

Due to the regional dialects of the West Country, early clerks frequently recorded the name interchangeably with its close phonetic variants, Trobridge and Trowbridge (derived from dwelling near a wooden or stone bridge). The surname permanently stabilised as a hereditary family name during the late sixteenth century as regional parish records were codified, expanding into London and the northern province of Ulster in Ireland by the early seventeenth century.

The symbolism of the Strawbridge coat of arms

The armorial configuration displayed in your reference is a powerful, fact-based design governed by the traditional rules of medieval heraldry. The primary shield features a solid gold field (Or) bearing a vibrant red stone bridge consisting of three distinct arches (gules). The bridge spans across three flowing blue-and-silver water streams, formally blazoned as streams transfluent proper. In the language of heraldry, the gold field signifies generosity, prestige, and elevation of mind, whilst the bridge serves as an enduring emblem of engineered stability, structural support, and the ability to unite divided communities.

Surmounting the middle arch of the bridge is a prominent red castle tower (a tower gules) flying a silver or white flag (thereon a fane argent). The tower represents a stronghold of safety, exceptional vigilance, and defensive fortification, while the white flag signifies peace, sincerity, and pure intentions in times of conflict.

Factual documentation tracks this precise layout directly to the master registries of British armorial history, notably catalogued in the standard reference Parker's Glossary of Terms Used in Heraldry, which legalises its status as an authentic historical insignia for the family lineage.

Notable Historical figures

Robert Strawbridge (1732–1781): A highly charismatic, Irish-born preacher of West Country descent who became a monumental pioneer of global church history. Emigrating to Maryland in the 1760s, he fiercely dedicated his life to establishing the very first Methodist class meetings and log chapels in North America.

Justus Clayton Strawbridge (1838–1911): An exceptionally successful nineteenth-century merchant and philanthropist. In 1868, he co-founded the legendary department store Strawbridge & Clothier in Philadelphia, building a vast commercial empire renowned for its progressive employee welfare systems and civic generosity.

Sir Thomas Troubridge (1758–1807): A highly celebrated naval commander from the closely intertwined West Country branch of the family tree. He fought decisively alongside Admiral Lord Nelson as a baronet and Rear-Admiral of the White in the Royal Navy during the French Revolutionary and Napoleonic Wars.

Product details

• Classic rocks glass with family crest print
• Volume: 10.5 oz. (311 ml)

• Height: 3.4″ (8.64 cm)

• Diameter: 3.2″ (8.13 cm)
  

To preserve the print quality on this glass washing by hand is recommended, as high heat from the dishwasher or microwave may damage the design over time.

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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 celebrations.

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