Nicolson Tartan Collection
Nicolson Clan Tartan Collection
Celebrate Clan Nicolson with a Scottish tartan tied to Lasswade and Carnock — a Lowland clan of lawyers, bishops, admirals and diplomats, under the gracious motto Generositate, "By Generosity."
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About the Nicolson Clan Tartan
The Scottish Register of Tartans records Nicolson as a Clan/Family tartan. The Nicolson sett is a handsome design of blue and green crossed with black and lifted by fine lines of red and white, a cool and dignified pattern, worn in both ancient and modern shades.
Clan Nicolson is a Lowland Scottish clan, whose chiefs are Nicolson of that Ilk, Lords Carnock. The name means "son of Nicol," from Nicholas, and the clan badge is a sprig of juniper. The clan motto Generositate makes Nicolson tartan especially meaningful for family pride and Scottish ancestry gifts.
Nicolson Tartan Pattern and Colours
Nicolson tartan is recognised for its blue and green ground crossed with black and lifted by fine lines of red and white — cool, dignified colours of the Lowland country. Ancient shades appear softer, while modern shades are deeper and more formal.
Nicolson Heritage
The Lowland Nicolsons rose through law, the church and trade: from a line of Aberdeen merchants came James Nicolson, Bishop of Dunkeld, while his elder brother John, an Edinburgh lawyer, acquired the lands of Lasswade in Midlothian by charter in 1592. John's son was created a Baronet of Nova Scotia in 1629 as Nicolson of that Ilk and Lasswade, and a second baronetcy followed in 1637 for the Nicolsons of Carnock, near Stirling.
The family gave Scotland and Britain many notable servants, among them Admiral Sir Frederick Nicolson and the diplomat Sir Arthur Nicolson, ambassador to Russia, who was created Baron Carnock in 1916. In 1985 the fourth Lord Carnock was recognised by the Lord Lyon as Nicolson of that Ilk and chief of Clan Nicolson; three years later the Lord Lyon recognised the separate Highland clan of MacNeacail of Scorrybreac, so that the two lines are today distinct. The crest is a lion issuant, the badge juniper.
Who Is This Collection For?
This collection is made for Nicolson and Nicholson descendants of the Lowland line, families with Midlothian, Stirlingshire and Aberdeen roots, and anyone looking for a cool blue and green Scottish tartan with deep Lowland meaning.
- ✓ Nicolson and Nicholson family
- ✓ Lasswade and Carnock roots
- ✓ Midlothian and Stirlingshire heritage
- ✓ Highland games clothing
- ✓ Scottish ancestry gifts
- ✓ Blue and green tartan style
How to Wear Nicolson Tartan
Nicolson tartan works well across caps, shirts, hoodies, scarves, ties, jackets, blankets and keepsake gifts. The blue and green palette is easy to style, making it suitable for everyday heritage wear, formal Scottish events and meaningful family gifts.
Nicolson Clan Tartan FAQ
Quick answers about Nicolson tartan, the Lords Carnock and why this design matters for Scottish heritage shoppers.
What is the Nicolson tartan?
Nicolson is recorded by the Scottish Register of Tartans as a Clan/Family tartan — a blue and green sett with red and white lines.
What does the name Nicolson mean?
It means "son of Nicol," from Nicholas, a very common medieval name brought to Britain by the Normans.
Is Nicolson the same as MacNicol?
No — the Lord Lyon recognises two distinct lines: the Lowland Clan Nicolson and the Highland Clan MacNeacail of Scorrybreac in Skye.
Who are the chiefs of Clan Nicolson?
The chiefs are Nicolson of that Ilk, Lords Carnock, recognised by the Lord Lyon in 1985.
What is the Nicolson clan motto?
The motto is Generositate, "by generosity"; the crest is a lion issuant and the badge a sprig of juniper.
Who can wear Nicolson tartan?
People with Nicolson or Nicholson ancestry, related families or a respectful connection to the clan can wear Nicolson tartan.
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