Donnachaidh Clan Crest

The Clan Crest embodies the heart and soul of the Donnachaidh tradition, and the beautiful version on the left was created by CDSTI Clan member Thomas Duncan. The hand holding up the crown is an allusion to the the Donnachaidh Chief's services in capturing the murderer of King James I in 1437 AD. When encircled with a strap and buckle bearing the chief's motto, this crest can be worn as a badge by all his family and clan.

The Clan Donnachaidh motto "Virtutis Gloria Merces" translated from the Latin reads "Glory is the reward of valor". The Clan slogan or war cry is the Gaelic "Garg'n Uair Dhuisgear", which is translated "Fierce when roused", and pronounced GAR-n OO-air GWISH-gyar.

For more details on our clan symbols see the CDSTI Member's Handbook.