or sciv, subs. (common).—A sovereign; 20/-: see RHINO.
1870. London Figaro, 19 Dec. ‘A Swell on Stalls.’ I am anxious to pay more; indeed, what do I want with change? Assure you I should much prefer to pay HALF-A-SKIV, or even a “sov.” for my seat.
1887. PAYN, Glow-worm Tales, 246. Please to send me the SKIV by return, for I sadly want some comfort.
