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The strangest etiquette rules from different cultures throughout history
Did you know that in 19th-century Victorian England, pineapples were considered an extravagant status symbol and were used as a show of wealth at social gatherings?
During this era, pineapples were so rare and expensive that they were often rented rather than bought, simply to be displayed as a centerpiece at lavish dinner parties.
Guests were expected to admire the fruit, but not eat it, as its presence alone signified the host’s prosperity and sophistication.
This peculiar practice highlights how etiquette and cultural symbols can elevate an ordinary fruit into a symbol of high society and prestige.
It also reflects the societal tendency to equate wealth with prestige, even when it comes to something as seemingly simple as a piece of fruit.
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