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What do the designs mean on Custard Creams?
The iconic twirls and curls of the legendary biscuit have been a mystery since it was first baked in 1908. Elliott Webb finds out the truth, from Bryony Rigby, from the Manchester Museum.
Discover how it's more surprising than you think, with the imagery supposed to represent a plant that was highly sought after in the early 20th century!
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