Mitchell
Its design is pattern KGKRBW — the page of every tartan sharing this colour sequence.
Originally known as Galbraith, also recorded as Hunter (1824) and Russell (1847); clan linked to Earls of Lennox.
The Mitchell 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Mitchell ★ | K/4 G24 K24 R2 DB24 W/4 | 156 | 1815 |
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| 2 Variants: Mitchell · Russell or Mitchell or Hunter or Galbraith | |||
| Family Tartan | K/6 G16 K16 R4 DB16 W/4 | 114 | 1816 |
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Also known as
This tartan is also recorded under:
- Galbraith
- Hunter
- Russell
- Russell or Mitchell or Hunter or Galbraith
- Russell, or Mitchell or Hunter or Galbraith

