Irving of Bonshaw
A tartan of the Irving of Bonshaw family.
Its design is pattern GGBGG — the page of every tartan sharing this colour sequence.
Designed c. 1992 by the Scottish Tartans Society for Border Clan Irving of Bonshaw, distinguishing it from Clan Irvine.
The Irving of Bonshaw 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Irving of Bonshaw ★ | DG/108 G56 DB8 G8 Y/8 | 260 | 1992 | |
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| (Clan) | 0.03 | DG/108 G56 DB8 G8 LY/8 | 260 | 1992 |
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