The Crossword Centre Clue-Writing Competition

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Clue no. 7: Complete collection of writing, five for a pence for Southern stars! (6)

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A clue to CORVUS.
2 comments refer to this clue (from 2 competitors, 0 others)

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Comments on the clue
1."a penny" is the correct form.
2.Nice – must be a desperate writer though to sell @5 for a penny . Pence is plural though.