Note XXX‑35 — Chapter XXX · FURTHER PIRATICAL RAIDS. 1681-1687.
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'Our Captains demanded 300,000 Pieces of Eight for its Ransom, and as much Provision as would victual 1,000 Men 4 months.' Dampier's Voy. According to Voy., A New Col., iii. 78, 30,000 pieces of eight.