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Old Dom da Silvestra

The aged Portuguese explorer who died in the mountains near the mines.

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Also known as the old Dom da Silvestra, the Dom, Dom Silvestra, old Da Silvestra

First appearance: ii the legend of solomon s mines

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  • Expedition Members and Kukuana Royalty
  • Protagonist
  • Minor Expedition Casualties

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