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Eighth of the name from earlier emerging--
As rumored in Rome while it ruled widely--
In feminine form for all to acclaim,
And named to that number, known thence as such;
Following first from the father's line,
Stymied the stream of sons that had gone;
Amethyst enjeweled and in violet flowered,
More than a month ere the meeting expected
Did that one get delivered, though not in despair.
One who has wit well says the name
Of who, under curls, herein is hailed.