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Glasgow Live
Glasgow Live
National
David McLean

Classic Barras patter celebrated with new permanent memorial at iconic market

Glasgow is famous the world over for its unique patter, but, as every local knows, the banter of the Barras Market is on another level.

Stallholders were renowned for their witty catchphrases, and many had Barras shoppers in stitches.

Few shoppers could forget lingerie trader 'Lucky Knickers Josie's' cry of "They're your lucky knickers!", or the shout of "They're your American knickers one Yank and they're off!".

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