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Claret Red

Work for an hour in pounds fustic, 2 ounces argol, and 5 ounces camwood; lift, and expose the goods alum; lift, and add 1/2 gill of indigo extract until well drained and cold; meanwhile, add (see No. 99); work for 30 minutes and dry. More or less indigo extract will make the green bluer or yellower, as required.