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Old 11-29-2021, 12:05 PM
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Bill, and others

I had the opportunity to look up the difference between 'rare' and 'scarce' the other day. I noted your use of 'rare' in your statement " I do know you rarely see one.". This is, of course, the proper use of 'rare', according to what I found.

'Rare' refers to 'seldom seen'. 'Scarce' refers to 'demand outstriping supply'. 'Value' is not mentioned in either definition, although I know from personal experience that there is a relationship!

Regards, Mike Priwer
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