Baker's Dozen Multi-Cache
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Origin
The oldest known source, but questionable explanation for the
expression "baker's dozen" dates to the 13th century in one of the
earliest English statutes, instituted during the reign of Henry III
(1216–1272), called the Assize of Bread and Ale. Bakers who
were found to have short changed customers could be subject to
severe punishment. To guard against the punishment of losing a hand
to an axe, a baker would give 13 for the price of 12, to be certain
of not being known as a cheat. Specifically, the practice of baking
13 items for an intended dozen was insurance against "short
measure", on the basis that one of the 13 could be lost, eaten,
burnt, or ruined in some way, leaving the baker with the original
legal dozen.
The practice can be seen in the guild codes of the Worshipful
Company of Bakers in London.
The Cache
The cache is located in a green open space. Please do not attempt
the cache during night as the neighbours might think you are an
unwelcome guest.
Additional Hints
(No hints available.)