Sugar paper

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Description

The paper used to wrap sugar cones. In the 18th and 19th centuries, sugar paper was dyed blue usually with logwood. The paper was reused as a source of blue dye for clothing. In the late 19th century, red sugar paper was also available.

Synonyms and Related Terms

sugar blue

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