Ever Wondered What a 16th Century Toothbrush Looked Like?

We often think of history as a time of knights and castles, far removed from our daily lives. But when it comes to everyday objects, the past often surprises us!

Take the humble toothbrush, for example. We might imagine our ancestors resorting to twigs, and while that wasn't entirely inaccurate, the 16th century saw some fascinating alternatives.

Instead of plastic bristles, sophisticated inventions emerged using materials like the fibers from animal bristles, camel hair, or even chewy bird's feathers.

These ingenious creations were then attached to bone or wood handles, creating surprisingly modern-looking implements. Imagine brushing your teeth with a wooden handle adorned with a feathery or bristled head!

This historical quirk reminds us that even the simplest things we take for granted have fascinating origins. It also begs the question: what other everyday objects from the past are hiding just-as-surprising stories? What do you think?

Let me know in the comments below what historical objects pique your curiosity!