The Watts 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 Watts
Watts is an ancient English patronymic surname meaning "son of Wat" (Walter). Establishing premier landed seats across Somerset, Northamptonshire, Norfolk, and London, the House of Watts held respected standing as landed gentry, churchmen, and civic leaders. Members served as Lord Mayors of London, world-renowned hymnwriters, and industrial pioneers. Codified early in feudal records, the name appears in the 1273 Hundred Rolls (William Watts).
The symbolism of the Watts coat of arms
Visually structured and noble, the Watts coat of arms features a shield partitioned horizontally: the upper red top section (chief gules) is charged with a golden annulet or ring set between two golden billets or ingots; the main lower field is white powdered with black ermine spots (ermine). In classical heraldry, the ermine field symbolises high nobility, dignity, and unblemished judicial purity, while the red chief represents martial courage, fortitude, and sacrifice. The golden annulet denotes fidelity, continuous unity, and sacred oaths, while the two golden billets signify foundational strength, craftsmanship, and manorial wealth. Positioned above the shield, the crest displays a red lozenge (diamond) flanked by golden wings displayed, symbolising loftiness, spiritual ascension, and divine illumination. Below, the motto scroll displays Fide sed cui vide, translating to "Trust, but be careful in whom you trust." The formal recognition of this coat of arms was recorded in the Heralds' Visitations of Somerset and catalogued in Burke's Peerage.
Historical figures
Isaac Watts (1674–1748): World-famous English churchman, theologian, and "Father of English Hymnody."
Lady Mary Watts (18th Century): Recorded gentlewoman and benefactor in Northamptonshire estate rolls.
Sir James Watts (1811–1878): High Sheriff of Lancashire and Lord Mayor of Manchester.
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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