After the sugar cane was crushed, the sucrose solution was poured into moulds and allowed to set. A small hole in the bottom of the cone allowed the escape of a sticky, sweet solution which was used for molasses.
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Accession reference: Museum of London, 11687
Themes
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Trade and Commerce
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