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As tribute
At marriages
By kings to each other in token of inferiority
Cattle
Considered essential on all visits of business
Food
Garments
Generally presented in person
Generally procured a favourable reception
Gold and silver vessels
Horses and mules
In token of friendship
Laid out and presented with great ceremony
Money
Not bringing, considered a mark of disrespect and disaffection
Of persons of rank, of great value and variety
Often borne by servants
Often conveyed on camels
On all occasions of public rejoicing
On occasions of visits
On recovering from sickness
On restoration to prosperity
On sending away friends
Ornaments
Precious stones
Receiving of, a token of good will
Servants
Sometimes sent before the giver
To appease the angry feelings of others
To confirm covenants
To judges to secure a favourable hearing
To kings to engage their aid
To reward service
To show respect
Weapons of war
When small or defective, refused