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Pepper spice history and price rise summarized
A National Geographic note traces pepper’s long history from ancient tombs to modern markets. It cites a 1975 U S import record of 51 million pounds valued at 37.5 million dollars and discusses price trends, grind changes, and notable pepper trade figures including Capt. Jonathan Carnes. It also recounts Trinity Church's unpaid peppercorn rent during Queen Elizabeth II’s U S visit.
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America
United States
India
Brazil
Indonesia
Malaysia
National Geographic Society
American Spice Trade Association
Alaric the Goth
Rome
Jonathan Carnes
Salem
Massachusetts
Sumatra
Trinity Church
New York City
Elizabeth II
Trinity
William III of England