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Black Metallic Alloy Crossword Clue
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We've checked our database and believe the answer is
NIELLO which was last seen in the New York Times Bonus crossword.
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We think the answer to this crossword clue is:
NIELLO
Updated: October 11, 2023 by Nicoli Westwood
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About This Clues Answer
We think the answer is "NIELLO" which means:
- noun
- • Any of various black metal alloys, made of sulphur with copper, silver or lead, used to create decorative designs on other metals.
- • An impression on paper taken from the engraved or incised surface before the niello alloy has been inlaid. verb
- • To decorate (a surface) using this technique.
An example sentence would be:
- • "The antique silverware had intricate niello designs."
- • "The jeweler used niello to create decorative patterns on the pendant."
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| New York Times Bonus01 Oct 2001 | Across 23 | |
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