A piece of fabric discovered in the Scottish Highlands — that could be up to 500 years old — might be the oldest traditional tartan ever found, new research suggests.
While Scottish soil itself is not conducive to survival of the fabric, its burial under peat, which forms when vegetable matter partially carbonizes, meant “it had no exposure to air and was therefore preserved,” Peter MacDonald, Head of Research and Collections at The Scottish Tartans Authority said in a statement.
The analysis, conducted by scientists from the Scottish National Museums, indicated the presence of four colors: green, brown and possibly red and yellow. The plaid patterns are traditionally designed and woven in Scotland and have been used for centuries by Scottish clans and families as a badge of identity.
"This piece is not something you would associate with a king or someone of high status; it is more likely to be an outdoor working garment," he added.
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