[1064] We have here followed Gosselin’s suggestion of λιμνασίαν instead of γυμνασίαν, the reading of MSS.
[1065] A kind of whale, mentioned also by Aristotle, but which does not seem to have been identified.
[1066] The Mediterranean.
[1067] A kind of shell-fish with a wreathed shell, which might be used as a sort of trumpet. It is mentioned by Aristotle.
[1068] The cotyla held about three-fourths of a pint.
[1069] This weight equalled 15 oz. 83-3/4 grs.
[1070] The Euboic or Attic talent, which is here meant, equalled almost 57 lb.
[1071] A kind of cuttle-fish or squid.
[1072] Sardinia.
[1073] Turdetania.