| Term | Main definition |
|---|---|
| Guinea¹ | An English gold coin, not coined since 1813, first struck in 1663 with the nominal value of 20 shillings, but from 1717 until its disappearance circulating as legal tender at the rate of 21 shillings (OED)’ or cash to that value. So - at the date of this poem - worth 21 shillings. 553, 399, 050,006
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Synonyms:
guineas¹ |