Woven carpet STEWART ROYAL TARTAN

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Graphic display is a guide only, we do advise ordering a sample before placing your order. HISTORY The Stewart clan records their ancestor as Banquo, Thane of Lochaber ( who is also mentioned in Shakespeare’s MacBeth). Descended from an ancient family who cam to Scotland as David I became King. Lands were given to the family in Renfrewshire and East Lothian and the family were given the office of High Stewart. The founder of the royal family of Stewarts was Walter, the son of Alan or Fitz-Alan from Shropshire, England. The Stewart Royal tartan is a deep red with with multi-coloured stripes. Crest: A pelican argent, winged, feeding her young in the nest. Gaelic Name: Stiùbhard Motto: Virescit vulnere virtus (Courage grows strong at a wound) Badge: Thistle Lands: Renfrewshire, Teviotdale and Lauderdale Origin of Name: From the High Steward of Scotland