01-16-2002, 01:00 PM
... and I mean for textiles, not consumption, you loons! E EM<br>
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I have an opportunity to work with a wholesaler to acquire a great deal of quality hemp fabric in various weights and weaves, but I was wondering to what extent the Romans actually used hemp.<br>
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I do recall reading a reference that stated hemp was a mainstay of Roman ropemaking, etc. but if anyone can advise on the actual prevalence of the stuff and its most typical uses, I would appreciate it -- lest I spend $$$ on hemp textiles by mistake thinking I can use in my Roman recreations.<br>
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Cheers,<br>
Jenny <p></p><i></i>
<br>
I have an opportunity to work with a wholesaler to acquire a great deal of quality hemp fabric in various weights and weaves, but I was wondering to what extent the Romans actually used hemp.<br>
<br>
I do recall reading a reference that stated hemp was a mainstay of Roman ropemaking, etc. but if anyone can advise on the actual prevalence of the stuff and its most typical uses, I would appreciate it -- lest I spend $$$ on hemp textiles by mistake thinking I can use in my Roman recreations.<br>
<br>
Cheers,<br>
Jenny <p></p><i></i>
Cheers,
Jenny
Founder, Roman Army Talk and RomanArmy.com
We are all travelers in the wilderness of this world, and the best we can find in our travels is an honest friend.
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Jenny
Founder, Roman Army Talk and RomanArmy.com
We are all travelers in the wilderness of this world, and the best we can find in our travels is an honest friend.
-- Robert Louis Stevenson
