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XL VIII. 



There's one in simple modest guise, 

 Of russet suit, which much I prize. 



Above its gay compeers ; 

 Though ne'er by hand of fashion drest, 

 In broider'd robe and satin vest, 

 Content with innate loveliness. 



With innate worth appears. 



XLIX. 



Possess'd of treasure all its own. 



It ask'd not, though it gain'd renown, 



A plenteous rich supply ; 

 Unconscious has it swell' d the pride 

 Of many a pageant, prince, and bride, 

 And, ah ! perchance, his vestui*e dyed, 



Who bled on Calvary.^ 



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