Strange of Balcaskie
A tartan of the Strange of Balcaskie family.
Its design is pattern GGBGGGG — the page of every tartan sharing this colour sequence.
Designed by Kenny Dalgliesh in 1996 for the Strange of Balcaskie family; recorded in Lyon Court Book.
The Strange of Balcaskie 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 | ΔTartan | Thread count | Threads | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Strange of Balcaskie ★ | DG/64 DY14 DG14 DY32 DB64 Y6 DY/16 | 340 | 1995 | |
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| (Clan) | 0.11 | G/64 DY14 G14 DY32 DB64 Y6 DY/16 | 340 | 1995 |
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| 2 Variants: (Clan) · Family Tartan | ||||
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