Master a practical telegraphic code for fruit and merchandise trading This revised edition compiles a practical cipher and reference geared toward dealers in fruit, produce, and related goods. It presents the code alongside an extensive index to help speed up trade communications.

Designed for real‑world use, the book pairs a telegraphic cipher with practical terms used in buying, selling, shipping, and handling goods. It covers a wide range of topics from fruit varieties to shipping terms, making it a handy reference for merchants who rely on fast, coded messaging.

Ideal for professionals who work with large inventories and need secure, efficient shorthand when negotiating orders, arranging shipments, or tracking credits and terms.

• Contains the adapted cipher and a descriptive index of fruits, crates, shipments, and related terms


• Includes terms for credits, shipping, and practical business communications


• Structured for quick reference during busy trading days


• Updated, revised edition with clear navigation for merchants and brokers

Ideal for readers who work in or study commodity trading, brokerage, or fruit distribution, and who value a focused, field‑ready reference.

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