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Histories of Northamptonshire

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  • Roman lucet from Orton Waterville (formerly part of Northamptonshire and Soke of Peterborough) © Peterborough Museum

    Roman Lucet

    A lucet was used to make braids and cords. Found at a Roman military site this is the earliest example found in Britain or Europe.

    Roman 45 - 65 CE Roman and Early Medieval

  • Tin of Jeyes Fluid (Mark II) disnfectant © NMAG

    Tin of Jeyes Fluid

    Tin of Jeyes Fluid, a disinfectant invented by John Jeyes, Northampton botanist and inventor in 1877. Jeyes Fluid remains in use today.

    Victorian 1877 Modern