The Bizarre and Dangerous Beauty Trends of Ancient Times

The Most Extravagant Quilts

Quilting was quite popular in medieval times. Families would tell their whole lineage through a series of quilt patches that were suited with different colors and patterns to signify different moments in their lives. This was not just reserved for the affluent communities, as poorer individuals partook in these activities as well. 

Curing Disease With a Single Touch

As if it were that simple. Back during the first wave of tuberculosis (which used to manifest as black sores that would ooze blood and pus on a person's neck), people believed that it could be cured through touch from a member of the royal family. That was not an effective cure. 

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Post originally appeared on Upbeat News.