RecordMeasure, for standard yard< 1 of 1 > Back from Ceres, Fife
Measure, for standard yardThis measure for a standard yard dates from 1704 and was used by the chapmen of Ceres in Fife. A chapman was an early salesman who travelled on tracks and hill paths, carrying his pack of goods on his own or a pony's back. He also brought up to date news. The measure is hinged in the middle so that it can be easily carried. A chapman also carried bibles, chapbooks (pamphlets) and ballad sheets as well as fabrics, accessories, haberdashery and household items. Record detailsTo search on related items, click any linked text below.
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