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Wealthy gamblers were subject to the gentleman's code of honour. A gentleman might gamble away a fortune, but he must do it without losing his temper or integrity.
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In the 18th century there was no greater indication of wealth than the amount of food you were prepared to eat. For gentlemen it was also a test of virility; gluttony was manly, not greedy.
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