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Histories of Northamptonshire

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  • Carved stone from Eleanor Cross, Hardingstone. © NMAG

    Eleanor Cross

    This 13th century fragment of carved stone comes from the medieval cross located near Delapré Abbey, one of just three surviving Eleanor Crosses.

    Medieval 1291 - 1295 Medieval to Tudor

  • Blue striped ticking fabric constraining garment or straitjacket © NMAG

    Straitjacket

    A constraining garment used to restrict the movement of its wearer, preventing injury to themselves, others or property. This straitjacket comes from Hardingstone Workhouse.

    Victorian 1875-1900 Modern