Price family crest
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Colors on the Price family crest explained
Argent (silver)Â -Â is a symbol of peacefulness and sincerity, two key values of the Price family.
Gules (red) - symbolizes martyrdom and the historic military strength of the Price family in those times it was needed.
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  Symbols on the Price family crest explained Â
The lion - represents ferociousness, bravery and valour, one of the most desirable family crest symbols.
The rose sprig - is a symbol of joy and hope for the future of the iconic Price family.
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Origins of the Price family name
The Price family name is thought to have originated in Wales, with the first
recorded use of the name being in the 12th century.
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The name is thought to be derived from the Welsh word for 'son of Rhys'.
Rhys means '
enthusiasm' in ancient Welsh.
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Summary of the Price family and the Price family crest
- The Price family name is thought to have originated in Wales.
- The first recorded use of the Price surname dates back to the 12th century.
- The first recorded use of the surname dates back to when one Griffith ap Rhys was recorded as living in the county of Flintshire in Wales.
- The family name was also said to be of Norman descent, had come to Wales from England during the Norman invasion of Wales in the 11th century.
- The Price's quickly established themselves as a powerful and influential family in the region, and their lands and power continued to grow over the following centuries.
- During the medieval period, the Prices were one of the most prominent families in Wales, and held a number of important positions within the Welsh government.
- The family built a number of castles and fortifications in the Rhos region, which helped to solidify their power and influence.
- Price is a common surname in Wales and England but is also found in Ireland, Scotland, and France.
- The first Price in America is believed to be John Price, who arrived in Virginia in 1635.
- He was followed by Thomas Price, who arrived in Maryland in 1648.
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