Coat of Arms Medallion
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Materials
A solid disc, 45 mm across and 3 mm thick, in polished 925 sterling silver or rich 18K gold plate, finished in brushed satin so the engraving reads as shadow rather than shine. It has the weight of something meant to be handled rather than hung — it sits in the palm and closes inside a fist. Wipe it with a soft dry cloth, and keep polishes away from the engraved lines, where residue settles and dulls the cut. Supplied in a gift box.
Design
Two faces, two engravings. The front carries the coat of arms composed for your surname, with the name itself on the ribbon beneath it. The back carries the motto that belongs to those arms and, under it, a line of your own. Both faces are cut into the metal rather than printed onto it, so they keep their edge however often the piece is handled.
Research
We compose a coat of arms for your surname from published heraldic reference material, following the historical rules by which arms were built — the divisions of the shield, the tinctures, and the charges placed upon them. Arms were granted to individuals rather than to surnames, so this is a coat of arms historically associated with the name. No direct genealogical connection to your family or ancestry is implied or intended.
Personalization
You need your surname. The motto on the back is taken from the arms composed for that name — you do not choose it and you do not need to know it. Underneath it you can add a dedication of your own, up to 60 characters, which is about eleven words. Leave that blank and the back carries the motto on its own. You do not need to know anything about heraldry, and you do not need to know your family history. If your family already has arms of its own, send us the artwork and we will engrave those instead.
Meant to Be Held
A coat of arms usually ends up on a wall, where you stop seeing it after a week. This one is a disc of metal the width of three fingers, and the only way to use it is to pick it up. It has real weight. It warms in the hand. It turns over, which is the whole point — there is something on the other side, and you have to hold it to read it. Most of what we make is for looking at. This is for keeping in a drawer and taking out.
The Back Is Yours
The front is the arms composed for your surname, and we decide how that looks. The back is the motto those arms carry — and then a line that is entirely yours. Sixty characters, cut into the metal, permanent. People use it for a date, a name, or something a grandparent used to say. It is the one part of the piece we do not design, and in our experience it is the part the person who opens the box reads first.
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FAQs
Do you ship worldwide?
Yes — we ship worldwide. Production time is typically 7–10 business days, plus shipping time depending on your location.
How big is it?
45 mm across — a little under two inches — and 3 mm thick. It covers the middle of an open palm and has the weight of solid metal rather than a coin.
What is engraved on each side?
The front carries the coat of arms composed for your surname, with the name on the ribbon beneath it. The back carries the motto belonging to those arms and, underneath, a dedication of your own if you add one.
How long can the dedication be?
Up to 60 characters including spaces — about eleven words, set on two lines beneath the motto. The face is round, so the lines have to stay short to keep the lettering at a size the engraving can hold. Leave the field blank and the back carries the motto on its own.
What if there is no motto for my name?
Not every coat of arms carries one. If there is no motto recorded for the arms composed for your surname, the back is set with your dedication alone, centred on the face. You do not need to do anything differently.
Can I choose the motto myself?
The motto is not a free field — it belongs to the arms and it comes with them. The line that is yours to choose is the dedication underneath it. If you want different wording on the back entirely, write to us after ordering and we will tell you what is possible.
Can I send you my own coat of arms?
Yes. If your family has arms of its own, send us the artwork and we will engrave that design rather than ours.
I don’t know much about my family history. Can I still buy?
Yes. You only need your surname. We compose the arms from published heraldic reference material, following the historical rules by which arms were built — no research into your own ancestors is required, and none is implied.
Are coats of arms the same as family crests?
Not exactly. The crest is one element only (the figure above the helmet), while the coat of arms refers to the full design — shield, crest, and motto.
Are your coats of arms legally recognized?
Our designs are composed from historical heraldic sources. Official recognition depends on the country and its heraldic authority (for example the College of Arms in England, or the Chief Herald of Ireland), and we do not claim it.
Our Customer Reviews
Listen To What Our Customers Are Saying:
"This was the perfect gift for my father. The banner arrived beautifully packaged, and the historical accuracy blew us away. You can tell this is not just a print — it's a story.""
Emily Carter - Software Engineer
"Exceeded My Expectations in Every Way" "I'll admit, I was a bit skeptical at first. You see so many sites offering these generic coats of arms, I figured this might be the same. But the one I received for the Henderson family really surprised me. The artwork was beautifully done, and the historical report was far more detailed than I expected. It traced our roots back to 13th-century Scotland and even mentioned John Henderson, who served as Chamberlain to the Earl of Dunbar in the late 1300s. What really stood out was the migration info, it showed our family line moving from Berwickshire to Virginia around 1728. It's clear they put serious research into this. I reached out with a few questions and got extra documentation within a day. I'm genuinely impressed."
Sara Henderson
"Absolutely stunning. I wasn't expecting the level of detail and care that went into my family crest. It now hangs proudly in my home office — feels like a real piece of my heritage.""
James O'Neill - Marketing Director
"A Powerful Reminder of Where We Come From" I wasn't sure what to expect when I ordered the Heirloom for the Thompson name. I figured it might be a nice keepsake, but I didn't think it would hit me the way it did. The crest looked incredible, but the real surprise was the historical report. It traced the Thompson line all the way back to the early 1400s, including a William Thompson who was a landowner in Northumberland during the reign of Henry V. It even included records of our branch moving to Pennsylvania in 1743. I lost my mother recently, and Thompson was her family name. Reading through all those details, seeing real names and dates from centuries ago, gave me a connection to her and to where we come from. It felt personal, and honestly, something I'll always keep."
Michael Jones - Records Specialist
"I ordered mine out of curiosity… and ended up moved to tears. The crest design was elegant and felt deeply personal. Highly recommend to anyone exploring their roots.""