Abbotsford
Its design is pattern GKWKGBKWKWKWKWKWKGRGWGK — the page of every tartan sharing this colour sequence.
Designed by Alistair Buchan in 1971 for Sir Walter Scott's bicentenary; black-and-white check from the Border Shepherd's Plaid.
The Abbotsford 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Abbotsford ★ | K/10 G4 W4 G6 R6 G8 K6 W6 K6 W6 K6 W6 K6 W6 K6 W6 K6 DB8 DY4 K6 W6 K4 G/10 | 264 | 1971 | |
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| Abbotsford | 0.02 | K/10 G4 W4 G6 R6 G8 K6 W6 K6 W6 K6 W6 K6 W6 K6 W6 K6 DB8 Y4 K6 W6 K4 G/10 | 264 | 1971 |
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Also known as
This tartan is also recorded under:
- Abbotsford Check
- Abbotsford Commemorative