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The original was posted on /r/todayilearned by /u/Ainsley-Sorsby on 2024-11-28 16:12:09+00:00.

Original Title: TIL One of the first diplomatic channels between England and the Ottoman empire was established when Elizabeth I and Safiye, the Sultan's mom, became penpals. Besides talking politics, the pair would exchange lavish gifts, talk about fashion, share beauty tips and exchange their skin care products

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