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Linseed Oil Production in Cappadocia
Author(s) : Choumerianos Manolis (10/3/2002)Translation : Velentzas Georgios
For citation: Choumerianos Manolis, "Linseed Oil Production in Cappadocia",Encyclopaedia of the Hellenic World, Asia MinorURL: <http://www.ehw.gr/l.aspx?id=8763>
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General
SUMMARY
Linseed oil was used by Christians and Muslims in Cappadocia for cooking, lighting and lubricating machines until the early 20th century. Its production was a crucial part of the local economy.
Geographical Location
Cappadocia
Date
19th-20th century
1. Use and origin of linseed oil
2. Production process
2.1. Roasting and grinding
2.2. Pressing
3. The mechanism of the press
4. Τhe people
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