Account book, butcher's, Market Harborough

Butcher's account book, 1779-1794, recording the buying of sheep, cows, etc, and the sale of skins, within the Market Harborough area of Leicestershire. Three recipes, for 'green ointment', 'eye water' and gooseberry vinegar, are included at the end of the manuscript. On the inside front cover are inscribed in a modern hand the names of John and Mrs Coleman of Lubenham Lodge, Market Harborough, Leicestershire.

Founded in the 12th century, Market Harborough is a market town situated 13 miles south of the city of Leicester in the East Midlands region.

Single item.

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Bought from W.A. Myers, Ltd. in 1960.

Collection level description.

7¼" x 5½"

Compiled by Sarah Aitchison as part of the RSLP AIM25 Project.

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