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A History of the World in 100 Objects

Ancient Pleasures, Modern Spice (1 - 600 AD)

Hoxne pepper pot

Duration: 14 minutes

on BBC Radio 4 FM

Available for over a year

The history of the world told through objects. Today, the Roman spice trade with India, as told through a silver pepper pot that was found as part of a buried hoard. Show more

A History of the World in 100 Objects

Ancient Pleasures, Modern Spice (1 - 600 AD)

Hoxne pepper pot

Duration: 14 minutes

on BBC Radio 4 FM

Available for over a year

The history of the world told through objects. Today, the Roman spice trade with India, as told through a silver pepper pot that was found as part of a buried hoard. Show more

BBC Radio 4 FM

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