The Wade 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 Wade
Wade (de Wade) is an ancient English topographic and occupational surname derived from Old English wad or wadan (meaning "a ford," "water crossing," or "one who guides travelers across riverways"), as well as stemming from the legendary Old Norse/English hero Wada. Establishing premier landed estates across Yorkshire, Durham, Suffolk, and Ireland (County Galway and Dublin), the House of Wade produced Field Marshals, High Sheriffs, and parliamentary leaders. Codified early in feudal administrative records, the name appears in the 1273 Hundred Rolls (Andrew de la Wade).
The symbolism of the Wade coat of arms
Visually pure and maritime, the Wade coat of arms features a deep blue shield charged with a broad golden saltire (X-shaped cross), set between four golden scallop shells or escallops (one in chief, one in base, two in flanks). In classical heraldry, the deep blue field symbolises loyalty, truth, and faith, while the golden saltire represents cross-road resolution, chivalric defense, and holding domain secure. The four golden scallop shells serve as famous emblems of long journeys, holy pilgrimage, ocean navigation, and steadfast leadership across four quarters of the world. Positioned above the shield, the crest displays a striking plume of blue and gold feathers issuing from a golden crown, symbolising noble elevation. Below, the motto scroll displays In spe resto, translating to "I rest in hope." The formal recognition of this coat of arms was recorded in the Heralds' Visitations of Yorkshire and catalogued in Burke's Landed Gentry.
Historical figures
Field Marshal George Wade (1673–1748): Famed British military commander and builder of the Highland road network in Scotland.
Lady Mary Wade (18th Century): Recorded gentlewoman and benefactor in Yorkshire land rolls.
Benjamin Wade (1800–1878): Celebrated American statesman, US Senator, and abolitionist leader.
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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