Tartan Sample Books

This material is held atHeriot-Watt University Museum and Archive

  • Reference
    • GB 582 LA 1
  • Dates of Creation
    • 1940s-1960s
  • Name of Creator
  • Physical Description
    • 13 volumes

Scope and Content

Bound volumes of samples of tartan in alphabetical order by clan. These include various versions of the tartan e.g. Dress, Hunting and Ancient, and in a variety of weaves and yarns such as silk, twill and plain weaves. Also different scales of setts for ties or scarves as well as kilt fabric.

Arrangement

Alphabetically.