What is a Clan Macrae Tartan?

The MacRae clan has over 16 tartans, which can be divided into four categories: (Red) MacRae, Hunting MacRae, MacRae of Conchra, and Sheriffmuir. The tartans have different color combinations and patterns, allowing clan members and enthusiasts to proudly display their affiliation with the MacRae clan. The tartans are often used to make kilts, scarves, fabrics, and other items that showcase the MacRae heritage.

What is the History of the Clan MacRae?

The MacRae clan is a Scottish clan with a long and rich history. It is an armigerous clan, meaning it has no chief. The earliest known family history of the MacRae clan dates back to AD 916. The MacRae clan is normally associated with Ross-shire, where it was a minor clan. However, very little is known about their early history. According to the late 19th-century historian Alexander Mackenzie and Rev. Alexander Macrae in the early 20th century, the main authority for the early history of Clan Macrae is the late 17th-century manuscript account of the clan written by Rev. John Macrae. The MacRae clan supported the Royalist side in the Scottish Civil War. The MacRaes were hereditary Constables of Eilean Donan and Chamberlain of Kintail for most of the next 200 years. The MacRae clan crest consists of a cubit arm grasping a sword, and the clan motto is “Fortitudine,” meaning “With fortitude.”

How many variations are there in the Clan Macrae Tartan?

There are 20 tartans associated with Clan MacRae. These tartans can be categorized as follows:

• Macrae Ancient
• Macrae Modern
• Macrae Red Modern
• Macrae Hunting Tartan
• Macrae Hunting Modern
• Macrae Hunting Weathered
• Macrae Conchra Modern
• Macrae Conchra  Ancient
• Macrae Conchra Cranberry
• Macrae Conchra Dress Modern
• Macrae Grey Dress Modern
• Macrae Dress Modern
• Macrae Hunting Grey
• Macrae Clan Ancient
• Macrae Lime
• Macrae Purple
• Macrae of Conchra Green
• Macrae of Conchra Red
• Macrae of Conchra Royal
• Macrae of Conchra Turquoise

What are the Colors in the Clan Hunting Ancient Macrae Tartan?

The colors in the MacRae Hunting Ancient Tartan are light green, light blue, black, orange, and white. The MacRae tartans feature distinct and striking patterns that represent the Scottish Highlands and the MacRae clan.