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draw to some distance from the merchandise; that the Carthaginians then, going ashore, examine the gold, and if the quantity seems sufficient for the merchandise, they take it up and sail away; but if it is not sufficient, they go on board their ships again and wait; the natives


On a modern trade-route through the mountains of Sikkim. The shoulder-baskets and covers of matting are easily distinguishable.