Abstract
Following the introduction and the consumption of new fruits during the Antiquity in Europe, the diversity of sizes and shapes of fruits remains characterise the increasing number of exploited varieties and shed light on the history of fruit culture. This study of the diversification and the consumption of cherries between Roman and Modern times is completed by a morphometrical study of the cherry stones from 16th century latrines from Tours. Cherry stones considered in their archaeological context, retain information about the social and economical roles of specific cultivars and their consumption modes.