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First published 1952 (SND Vol. III).
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Quotation dates: 1706
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†EARLE-PENNY, n. comb. A coin given as a token of engagement of services. For other forms, see Arle, n.Sc. 1706 R. Wodrow Early Letters (S.H.S.) 284:
If the summ be like the earle-penny I fear he be a fool in folio.
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