{"product_id":"wallace-family-crest-mug","title":"Wallace Family Crest mug","description":"\u003ch2\u003e\n\u003cspan style=\"color: #066666;\"\u003eA \u003cspan style=\"color: rgb(4, 72, 72);\"\u003eWallace Family Crest\u003c\/span\u003e mug is a meaningful gift for Father’s Day, Christmas, or birthdays. Beautifully illustrated. Carefully researched. Uniquely personal.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe origin of the Wallace name\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eThe symbolism of the Wallace Family Crest\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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. \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Colors: The red background (gules) traditionally denotes military fortitude, warrior strength, and magnanimity, while the white element (argent) signifies purity, peace, and sincerity.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe Standing Lion: A classic symbol of deathless courage, strength, and majestic leadership, historically chosen to represent a noble or martial lineage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003e\u003cem\u003eAlways worth a mention...\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSir 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). \u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eAbout the artist\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eEach 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eProduct details\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eHigh quality white ceramic mug\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDishwasher and microwave safe\u003cmeta charset=\"utf-8\"\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15 oz mug dimensions: 4.7″ (11.9 cm) in height, 3.3″ (8.5 cm) in diameter\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLead and BPA-free material (complies to US and EU safety standards)\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cdiv data-unit-system=\"imperial\" class=\"table-responsive dynamic\"\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.\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\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Family Crests Store","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":54652133048665,"sku":"6038148_4830","price":21.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0820\/2669\/2953\/files\/white-glossy-mug-white-15-oz-handle-on-right-683668a120dbe.jpg?v=1748396207","url":"https:\/\/familycrests.store\/products\/wallace-family-crest-mug","provider":"Family Crests Store","version":"1.0","type":"link"}