full of explanations for mysterious household marks, and some are much more dramatic than the evidence supports.
A little healthy skepticism goes a long way!
Why Does Wax Make Such a Good Seal?
There’s actually a simple reason wax has been used for centuries in sealing.
When heated, wax becomes soft and moldable.
When it cools, it becomes firm.
That makes it useful for creating a visible seal that can be disturbed if something is opened or moved.
Colored wax can make the seal easier to see, too.
That’s why
