A record of documented arms, meaning and origin, researched for the Irgens family of Netherlands.
Reg. 9269 · Dutch, G–I
Coat of Arms & Family Crest Details
Symbols on this shield
mountThe ground held, and steadfastness upon it
roseThe seventh son, and beauty with grace
Colours
Silver (Argent)Means: Peace and sincerity
Green (Vert)Means: Hope
Red (Gules)Means: Military strength
Historical info
Source
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Blazon (the actual original written record)
“Coupé: au 1 d'arg. à trois tulipes rangées sur une terrasse de sin.; au 2 d'arg. à un mont de trois coupeaux au nat., chaque coupeau sommé d'une fleur à quatre feuilles de gu., tigée de sin.”
NetherlandsAmsterdam, c. 1815
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Map of Netherlands showing where the Irgens arms are recorded
The Irgens arms were recorded in Amsterdam, c. 1815.
This is where the arms were entered in the register. Families often moved to other parts of the country, so the same name can turn up in more than one region.
Region
Amsterdam
Town
Amsterdam
First recorded
1815
Granting Authority for the Irgens Arms
Hoge Raad van Adel
Photograph made by me · CC BY-SA 3.0
The body that granted and recorded arms in Netherlands in this period.
William I of the Netherlands
Sovereign of the period
William I of the Netherlands
1815–1840
Reigning in Netherlands when the Irgens arms are first recorded.
How Arms Worked in Netherlands
In the Netherlands, coats of arms were often used by noble families and those who held specific public offices. These arms were passed down through the generations to legitimate descendants. Younger branches of a family usually kept the original design without needing to add special marks. This system ensured that the family identity remained clear and consistent over many years.
Granting authority
The Hoge Raad van Adel is the official body that regulates and manages noble titles and coats of arms in the Netherlands.
How they got arms
Families typically obtained their coats of arms through official royal grants or by proving their long-standing historical use of the symbols.
Where arms were recorded
Coats of arms are officially recorded in the registers held by the Hoge Raad van Adel, which began its work in 1814.
The family's standing
Recorded among the armigerous families of Netherlands.
Origin & History of the Irgens Family in Netherlands
The Irgens family name has deep roots that trace back to Northern Europe, with a significant presence established in Amsterdam by the early nineteenth century. Historical records from 1815 show family members living in this bustling trade hub, which was a center for international commerce and cultural exchange at the time. The name itself is often linked to families of Danish and Norwegian descent who moved across the North Sea for business and professional opportunities. Over many generations, the family became known for their involvement in various industries, including shipping and administration. By settling in major cities like Amsterdam, the Irgens family integrated into the local society while maintaining their distinct heritage. Their history reflects the broader movement of families across borders during a period of great change in European history.
Related Branches & Arms
Root word
Georgius
Derived from the Greek word for a farmer or earth worker.
This name
IrgensA patronymic form meaning son of George, indicating descent from a farmer.
also spelled
Irgen
Yrgens
Documented Sources
J. B. Rietstap, Armorial Général, Gouda: G. B. van Goor Zonen, 1884–87
Bull, Edvard, Irgens, Johannes (biography), 1934
Huitfeldt-Kaas, H. J., Norske adelsblandinger, 1888
National Archives of Norway (Arkivverket), Irgens-slekten (Irgens family papers)
Amsterdam City Archives (Stadsarchief Amsterdam), Bevolkingsregister (Population registers)
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mountThe ground held, and steadfastness upon it
roseThe seventh son, and beauty with grace
mountThe ground held, and steadfastness upon it
roseThe seventh son, and beauty with grace
