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First published 1963 (DOST Vol. III).
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Juster, n. a. One whose function was to keep or make ‘just’, weights, coins, etc. (Just v.2). b. (?) —a. 1602 Crim. Trials II. 399.
James Lethingtoune, juster in the coinȝie-hous 1659 Orkney Rentals app. 121.
That George Mowat be appointed keeper of the said weights and juster thairof 1673 Mint-melting Journal MS. 7 b.
In fyllings from the justers [7 lb. 12 oz. 10 dr.]b. 1663 Edinb. Test. LXXI. 103.
Ane old juster, and twa coupar barrellis
