The Vaughn 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 Vaughn
Vaughn is the primary historical spelling variant of the ancient noble Welsh surname Vaughan (Fychan / "the younger"). Widespread across Monmouthshire, Shropshire, Herefordshire, and North America, families bearing the Vaughn spelling held respected manorial estates, producing high-ranking military officers, judges, and celebrated vocalists.
The symbolism of the Vaughn coat of arms
Visually pure and chivalric, the Vaughn coat of arms features a black shield charged with a broad argent / silver or white chevron, set between three silver fleurs-de-lis (two in chief, one in base). In classical heraldry, the black field symbolises deep wisdom, dignity, and unyielding constancy under trial, while the silver chevron represents fortress defense, architectural integrity, and sincerity. The three silver fleurs-de-lis signify spiritual purity, royal favor, and high nobility across generations. Positioned above the shield, the crest displays a striking plume of black and silver feathers issuing from a golden crown, symbolising noble elevation and light. Below, the motto scroll displays Non revertar inultus, translating to "I shall not return unavenged." The formal recognition of this coat of arms was recorded in British heraldic registers and catalogued in Burke's General Armory.
Historical figures
Sir William Vaughn (16th Century): Landed gentleman, magistrate, and colonial promoter.
Lady Margaret Vaughn (17th Century): Recorded gentlewoman and benefactor in Monmouthshire estate rolls.
Sarah Vaughan / Vaughn (1924–1990): Legendary American jazz singer and cultural icon.
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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