Sponge Bleaching and Market Transport in 19th Century Trade
An article describes sponge export volumes and values, labeling methods, and quality concerns. It notes bleaching practices by wholesale houses, dangers from contaminants, and the use of lime acids. It also explains sponge anatomy and classification into Calytapongige and Billelapongae, with transport by bale and sponge presses.
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