Sample of Richards Knitwear Yarn KW175
ManufacturerMade by
Richards
(Broadford Works, 1808 - 2002)
Date1978-2002
Object NameSample
Mediumcard, yarn (acrylic, mohair)
ClassificationsTextile Industry
DimensionsApproximately (Height x Width): 440 × 60mm
AcquisitionPresented in 2019.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS095569.75
About MeA length of green boucle yarn very loosely tied together at both ends, with a blue and white label identifying the yarn composition.The label is printed: "RICHARDS // plc // ABERDEEN", underneath is handwritten: "KW175 420 TEX // Emerald // Peacock/Mid Blue // Birch".
