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First published 2000 (DOST Vol. VIII).
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Quotation dates: 1600-1699
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Scharvell, Sherwell, n. [?] Appar., some sort of crucible or other fire-proof utensil. — 16.. Alchem. MSS V.
Have a scharvell readye neiled and with a litle yrn spattle put ȝour grund pouldre … vpon the scharvell till all the [sulphur] be brent avay 16.. Ib.
Tak … floures of [sulphur] and mix weill with ȝour calx of [gold] and lay it on a sherwell vpon a fyre
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