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'''Barber's pole''' is a type of sign used by [[barbers]] to signify the place or shop where they perform their craft. The sign is often in the shape of a cylinder with a helix of striped color, traditionally red and white in the United States, and red, white, and blue in the United Kingdom.

== History ==

The origin of the barber's pole is associated with the service of [[bloodletting]] and was historically a representation of bloody bandages wrapped around a pole. During medieval times, barbers performed surgery on customers, as well as tooth extractions. The original pole had a brass basin at the top (representing the vessel in which leeches were kept) and bottom (representing the basin that received the blood). The pole itself represents the staff that the patient gripped during the procedure to encourage blood flow.

== Modern Usage ==

Today, the design of the barber's pole is somewhat standardized in certain countries. In the United States, the blue stripe is often used to match the red and white stripes, which are seen as symbols of the national colors. In Europe and the United Kingdom, barber's poles are often red and white, and are occasionally blue and white.

In some parts of Asia, barber's poles are used with a different color scheme, such as blue and white in South Korea. In Japan, barber's poles are also used, but the colors are usually black and white.

== In Popular Culture ==

The barber's pole has become an icon of popular culture. It often represents the idea of a place where men can go to get a haircut, shave, and other grooming services. It has been used in films, television shows, and other forms of media.

== See Also ==

* [[Barber]]
* [[Bloodletting]]
* [[History of Surgery]]

== References ==

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[[Category:Signs]]
[[Category:Barbers]]
[[Category:History of Medicine]]
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