Price family crest

 

Colors on the Price family crest explained

Argent (silver) - 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.

  

  Symbols on the Price family crest explained   

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

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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.