The Sincerely Discovered Art of Assaying and Refining of the Venetians

besser have it, they have the freedom to make it better, or have it made. If it happens, however, that some reader takes pleasure in this, and finds some benefit through this meager instruction, I gladly grant them such; only let them use it for the honor of GOD and the service of their poor neighbor, and GOD will not refuse His blessing for further work. Should further opportunity arise to communicate more in the future, it will be done with the same sincerity, for the benefit of everyone. Farewell!

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