fineness

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"Fineness" was a quality he was for ever belauding: a quality that he believed was only to be found in persons of complex character and unusually sensitive organisation.

From The Ffolliots of Redmarley by Harker, L. Allen (Lizzie Allen)

Fineness of character must be recognized by sympathetic observation.

From The Chief End of Man by Merriam, George Spring

From Jerry, his father, Came Celtic humor, delight in the dance, And devotion to things of the theatre; From Helen, his mother, Depth, Celtic devotion to things of the spirit, Fineness of soul.

From The Broadway Anthology by Bernays, Edward L.

Fineness is not in vogue, any more than love is.

From Under Fire: the story of a squad by Wray, Fitzwater

Fineness of weave, delicacy of hue, and chaste simplicity of design are distinguishing features of this group.

From The Oriental Rug A Monograph on Eastern Rugs and Carpets, Saddle-Bags, Mats & Pillows, with a Consideration of Kinds and Classes, Types, Borders, Figures, Dyes, Symbols, etc. Together with Some Practical Advice to Collectors. by Ellwanger, W. D. (William DeLancey)