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"Niello" Definition

noun

A surface or object decorated with one of these alloys.

Source: American Heritage Dictionary

Any of several black metallic alloys of sulfur with copper, silver, or lead, used to fill an incised design on the surface of another metal.

Source: American Heritage Dictionary

The art or process of ornamenting metal surfaces with one of these alloys.

Source: American Heritage Dictionary

Any of several black enamel-like alloys usually of sulfur with silver, copper, and lead.

Source: Merriam-Webster

The art or process of decorating metal with incised designs filled with niello.

Source: Merriam-Webster

verb-transitive

To decorate or inlay with niello.

Source: American Heritage Dictionary

verb

To inlay or ornament with niello.

Source: Merriam-Webster

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