Pre 1900 Tam's

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I emphasise 'still' as it is significant, but this is the only historic reference I have come across that mentions a colour for the bonnet being other than blue - usually illustrated as a dark shade. To say 'still' shows that the use is continued from earlier times - ie, prior to 1660.

The reference to russet bonnets is interesting and one I've not seen before. In terms of an historical reference it appears to be supported by the portrait of Aeneas (Angus) MacBean of Kinchyle c.1743.

Aeneas (Angus) MacBean of Kinchyle c1743.jpg