Sample of Richards Knitwear Yarn KW31
ManufacturerMade by
Richards
(Broadford Works, 1808 - 2002)
Date1978-2002
Object NameSample
Mediumcard, yarn (acrylic, cotton and flax)
ClassificationsTextile Industry
DimensionsApproximately (Height x Diameter): 240 × 130mm
AcquisitionPresented in 2019.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS095569.91
About MeA cone of pale pink or peach yarn wound around a carboard cone. A handwritten label on lined card is cellotaped around the cone reading "RICHARDS LTD // KNITWEAR YARN". Inside the cone is an adhesive label which reads "RICHARDS LTD. // COUNT 2-5 Wstd // STYLE: KW 31 // COL: // D/LOT: 30/3".