An engraving depicting the Broad Stone used during

An engraving depicting the Broad Stone used during the Great Plague of 1665. Money was not passed from hand to hand but instead was placed on this stone after being washed in vinegar as a primitive disinfectant. Dated 19th century

1665 Disinfectant Infection Instead Passed Placed Plague Vinegar Washed

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