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First published 1971 (DOST Vol. IV).
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Mercat, n.2 (Erron.: cf. Markit ppl. a. a, quot. Pitsc.) —1572-5 Diurn. Occurr. 347.
That nane … refuis any mercatis or hard hydis, or half merk pieces
