MALCOLM (MODERN) SOLID There is a strong similarity

There is a strong similarity in the pattern structure of the 'Appin' and the MacColl tartans

a family tartan based on the Douglas was introduced to commemorate early family connections

The pattern shows a marked similarity to the Gunn tartan in all but colour

The MacNaughton tartan is worn by the 'Vale of Athol' pipe band

MALCOLM (MODERN) SOLID There is a strong similarityThis is the correct version of the asymmetrical Malcolm as shown by the woven sample in W and A Smith's 1850 publication 'The Authenticated Tartans of the Clans and Families of Scotland'. Their provenance was 'We addressed Sir John Malcolm of Balbeadie on the subject of his Tartan, and enclosed a specimen, which the worthy Baronet acknowledges to be correct.' D. C. Stewart notes in his Nomindex 'Remarkable similarity to the Double Davidson.'