Wallace Family Crest framed artprint

Celebrate your family heritage with a gift that will be genuinely cherished – the Wallace Family Crest framed and printed on museum-quality matte paper. It may well stay on the wall for generations to come. Beautifully illustrated. Carefully researched. Uniquely personal.

The origin of the Wallace name

The surname Wallace is of Anglo-Norman and Old English origin, emerging in southwestern Scotland during the twelfth century. It is primarily derived from the historical term le Waleis or the Old English wǣlisċ, which translated literally to "the Welshman" or "foreigner." This designation was used to identify the Celtic Britons who lived within the ancient Kingdom of Strathclyde or those who migrated north from the Welsh borderlands. The earliest historically recorded figure of the name was Richard Wallace (recorded as Richard Walensis), who held lands in Ayrshire and Renfrewshire before the year 1160 as a vassal to the High Steward of Scotland. Over generations, these original landholdings in Kyle and Riccarton established the foundation for the historic Clan Wallace.

The symbolism of the Wallace Family Crest

The Wallace coat of arms appears in the 1542 'Lindsay of the Mount Roll' which was compiled by Sir David Lindsay while he served as the Lord Lyon King of Arms.

The Colors: The red background (gules) traditionally denotes military fortitude, warrior strength, and magnanimity, while the white element (argent) signifies purity, peace, and sincerity.

The Standing Lion: A classic symbol of deathless courage, strength, and majestic leadership, historically chosen to represent a noble or martial lineage.

The Motto: The Latin phrase Pro Libertate translates to "For Liberty." It serves as the official historic motto passed down through the Wallace family line, reflecting the clan's documented role in the historical defense of freedom.

Always worth a mention...

Sir William Wallace (c. 1270–1305): The iconic Scottish patriot and Guardian of Scotland who led the military resistance against King Edward I of England during the Wars of Scottish Independence (and whose life inspired the film Braveheart).

About the artist

Each coat of arms featured on this site is an artwork by heraldic artist Éamonn Breathnach. Éamonn’s designs are carefully researched, drawing from the earliest available records across multiple heraldic archives. Noted for their elegance and attention to detail, these are uniquely personal gifts that work for any ocassion.

Product details

• Printed using environmentally friendly water-based inks.
• Framed with 0.75″ (1.9 cm) thick Ayous wood sourced from renewable forests.
• Museum-quality matte paper with a thickness of 10.3 mil (0.26 mm).
• Paper weight: 189 g/m², ensuring durability and a premium feel.
• Protected by a clear Acrylite front to preserve the artwork.
• Includes hanging hardware for easy display.

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