Edinburgh
Its design is pattern KBGRKRKBW — the page of every tartan sharing this colour sequence.
Designed by Councillor Hugh Macpherson in 1970 for the Commonwealth Games, with colours symbolising the City of Edinburgh.
The Edinburgh tartan groups 2 setts — the same named design recorded as different cloths (its kilt, Carpet, Child's…, or a transcription apart). The master sett (★) is the exemplar.
| Sett | Thread count | Threads | Date |
|---|---|---|---|
| Edinburgh ★ | W/6 DB44 K4 R6 K4 R10 G14 B4 K/4 | 182 | — |
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| Edinburgh | W/8 DB50 K4 R8 K6 R12 G17 DP7 K/4 | 220 | — |
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