Discovery of 18th-century bottles at George Washington's Mount Vernon estate
Rare George Washington letter up for auction as archaeologists discover well-preserved 18th-century bottles filled with cherries at Mount Vernon estate in Virginia.
Key Points
- Archaeologists found well-preserved 18th-century bottles at George Washington's Mount Vernon estate
- Experts believe the bottles were used to refrigerate cherries between 1758 and 1776
- The discovery sheds light on historical food preservation techniques
Pros
- Provides insight into 18th-century food preservation methods
- May reveal new details about slavery on the plantation
- Rare find of intact 18th-century food remains
Cons
- Limited information on the exact contents of the bottles