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World Service,24 May 2011,10 mins

Chanel No. 5

Witness History

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In 1921 the most famous perfume ever, was launched in France. It was created for Coco Chanel - the fashion designer and good-time girl - who wanted something modern and fresh to suit the times. (Photo: A young Coco Chanel, credit Getty images)

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