a small island in the Eastern Seas, near to the north coast of Celebes. Long. 124° 24'. E. Lat. 1° 24'. N.

NAYRES are the nobility of the Mahabar coast. We may with truth affirm that they are the oldest nobility in the world; for the most ancient writers mention them, and quote the law which permits the Nayre ladies to have several husbands, every one being allowed four.