O'Connell Family Crest Parchment

O'Connell Family Crest

Created by Edmond McGrath (RIP) in the 1970s, these Irish prints were rediscovered in 2020 after 40 years in safe storage. Beautifully arranged in this Irish coat of arms parchment is an artistic celebration of the O'Connell Irish surname. The O'Connell family crest is illustrated at the center and surrounded by famous Celtic symbols of Ireland. These illustrations are a wonderful dedication to Irish last names.

Imagine having this beautiful story of your name hanging on your living room wall for all to study over a glass of wine, or to take a glimpse at it when having your Barry's tea on the couch. There is so much to take in. This parchment is an heirloom for many generations yet to come. It's a wonderful reminder of your Irish heritage.

On your living room wall, you will always be reminded of your Irish origins and it will be a show stopper for visiting friends and family. Presenting a family coat of arms gift is a truly special gift for the home for someone special who has that unique Irish connection.

On this parchment, the Killarney lakes take center stage above the heraldic shield whilst many Irish Celtic symbols and famous monuments surround it.

Illustrated in this parchment are:

• Book of Kells inspired artwork
• St.Patrick
• The Cross of Cong
• The Ardagh Chalice
• Killarney Lakes
• The Irish Harp
• The Currachs of the West of Ireland
• Glendalough Monastery
• Blarney Castle
• Traditional thatched houses of Ireland
• Ahenny Cross
• Cross of Muiredach
• The Burgh O’Malley Chalice
• The crests of the four provinces of Ireland: Ulster, Connaught, Leinster, Munster
• The Tara Brooch
• The Celtic Torc 

The O'Connell Coat Of Arms Story

Read the intriguing transcription of the text illustrated on the O'Connell family history parchment:

This ancient sept dominated the brooding and mysterious loughs and mountains of Kerry, claiming descent from Ertmonian Dengus Tuirmeach, who is thought to have been High King of Ireland in 280 B.C. The early form of the name was O’Conghall, and the sept was originally in east Kerry, their chieftain being Lord of Magunihy in the beautiful Killarney region. In the 11th century the O’Donoghues drive there westwards to the Atlantic coast whereby the 15h century, they had become hereditary governors of Ballycarbery Castle. During the upheavals of the 17th century, the most prominent family of the sept was moved to County Clare, where its descendants still remain today leading O’Connell family are once again located in the barony of Magunihy. This sept has produced truly outstanding Irishmen. An exile, Daniel Count O’Connell, who died in 1833, was the ‘last colonel of the Irish decade’ in France at a time when his kinsman, Daron Moritz O’Connell, also serving on the continent, was chamberlain to three different emperors. Friar John O’Connell composed the historical poem ‘Tuiereadh na Heireann’ in 1700, and Peter, another academic of the family, born seventy-five years later, was described as ‘the best Irish scholar in the Ireland of a century ago.’ Maurice O’Connell was a celebrated squire, smuggler and autocrat known as ‘hunting  cap’ but it was his nephew who was to give the name world-wode fame. This impressive barrister, Daniel O’Connell, early in the 19th century, earned the title ‘The Liberator’ by his representation of the Irish people in the house of Commons. He was a sincere and gifted statesman whose magnificent oratory made him an eminent leader.

Choose your option:

Framed large Print: 18" x 24". Displays the crest, family history and Ireland illustration.

Framed Small Print: 8" x 12". Comes in a black frame. Displays the crest and family history.

Print Only: 18" x 24" large size, or, 8" x 12" small size.

Unlimited Print Download: An ideal option if you would like your extended family to each have one. If you choose to order this, you will be sent the link to download the high quality PDF afterwards and start sharing with all the family! Find a good printer with nice thick paper and it will look lovely. Note: there is no shipping charge at checkout for digital download.

Frequently Asked Questions About Our Irish Prints

I purchased a digital download but I didn't receive anything

Once you purchase it, we will email you the high resolution print file within the day. We advise that you use thicker paper or parchment paper to get the best quality results.

Do you sell heraldic shields?

Yes we do. Check out our full range of shields for families here. You can also contact us with any queries and Aidan will be happy to advise you.

My family name is not in your collection. Can you make one for me?

Currently, we have 180 most common Irish names in stock. We do plan to expand our range so please let us know what name you would like.