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3rd November 11, 02:49 PM
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Re: Meaning of Tartan's ?
 Originally Posted by figheadair
The latter of course is an insect dye so natural as opposed to vegetable dyes is a more correct term.
You are, of course, absolutely right. I did know that, honest 
I seem to recall cochineal came from Spain but I'm not absolutely certain. I can't remember where indigo comes from though
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