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No. 8,080 in Spanish

niello

Niello: A black metallic alloy used for inlaying designs on engraved metal surfaces.

In a sentence

  • El niello en la joyería da un contraste hermoso.

    The niello in the jewelry provides a beautiful contrast.

    In this sentence, 'niello' refers to the black metallic inlay technique used in jewelry to create artistic contrasts.

  • El niello se utiliza a menudo en platería antigua.

    Niello is often used in antique silverware.

    Here, 'niello' is used to describe the inlay technique applied to silver objects, showcasing its traditional and historical significance.

  • Aprendieron a aplicar el niello durante el curso de artesanía.

    They learned to apply niello during the crafts course.

    This usage demonstrates 'niello' as a skill or technique taught in a craftsmanship context.

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