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Heritage of the Week | Amsterdam Blue by two headstrong Amsterdammers

Heritage of the Week | Amsterdam Blue by two headstrong Amsterdammers

Archaeologists in the 1970s discovered remnants of an 18th-century pottery factory on the Overtoom in Amsterdam. The site produced famous Amsterdams Blauw ceramics, with finds ranging from discarded pieces to high-quality works.

Based on reporting by amsterdam. Translated and condensed by LocalHeadlines.

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