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15.
What might he deal in? Gems, suppose!
 Since somehow business must be done
At cost of trouble,—see, he throws
 You choice of jewels, everyone.
 Good, better, best, star, moon, and sun!

16.
Which lies within your power of purse?
 This ruby that would tip aright
Solomon's sceptre? Oh, your nurse
 Wants simply coral, the delight
 Of teething baby,—stuff to bite!