Robert Christy, comp. Proverbs, Maxims and Phrases of All Ages. 1887.
Scar
A scar nobly got is a good livery of honor.Shakespeare.
He laughs at scars that never felt a wound.German.
He jests at scars that never felt a wound.Shakespeare.
The generous motive dignifies the scar.Homer.
Though the sore may heal, yet a scar may remain.
What deep wounds ever close without a scar?