The Grant 1714 is considered one of the oldest tartans in Scotland. It is one of less than 100 recorded patterns which predate 1815, when the clan tartan system was formalised by the Victorians.

This, they said, makes it the oldest “true tartan” specimen in Scotland. Specialists could find no similarity with any known clan tartans, which were developed in the early 19th century.

"Any cloth or clothing from the 16th century that is not from royalty or nobility is pretty rare, and so to have this piece which predates the clan tartan mania of the 19th century, worn or used ...

Every year, the Big Apple puts together the Tartan Day parade to celebrate Scottish culture and its impact on the United States of America. How do I find my clan tartan? To discover your tartan ...