The hot water bottle didn't wait for our time to warm humans!
Ancient times
The Romans were already using terracotta vessels filled with hot water.
The Middle Ages
Monks heated bricks by fire to warm their freezing cells.
The 18th century
The first metal hot water bottles appeared, often made of copper or tin.
The 19th century
The rubber hot water bottle makes its appearance, revolutionising usage.
Today
From high-tech hot water bottles to organic seeds, innovation continues while preserving tradition.
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