two-and-elevenpence

Updated: May 11, 2025

"Yes, they're so deceptive. I wonder why two-and-elevenpence three-farthings sound so much less than three shillings. It's a snare and a delusion. I don't think it ought to be allowed." She raised her head with her April smile. "I'm very glad I told you, Trevor. You're very nice about things. I was afraid you would be like Aunt Philippa, but you are not in the least." "Thank you, Chris.

Ethel M. (Ethel May) Dell - The Rocks of Valpre