Vulcan

Vesuvious, no, never!
Veins of fire Etna gives
Vulcan, god of silver,
Various gems and gold,
Vermeil tidbits of bronze~
Verrayment to adorn
Venus his bride, his joy!


Vulcan is the god of fire in Roman mythology. His Greek equivalent is the god Hephaestus.
https://simple.m.wikipedia.org/wiki/Vulcan_(mythology)

Verrayment: verily, truly

For: Greek Mythology Poetry Contest
Sponsor: Joseph May
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02/24/22
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