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Of or pertaining to any element, compound or alloy that conducts both heat and electricity.

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alloy

Metals; Silver

The mixing a base metal (such as copper) with a precious metal (such as silver) to improve its working properties.

acanthus

Metals; Silver

A plant with prickly leaves; a popular motif on Classical revival silver in the late 18th century.

fretwork

Metals; Silver

A repetitive geometric ornamentation engraved on a border etc.

fluting

Metals; Silver

Channel shaped decoration used on borders etc.

flatware

Metals; Silver

The term for spoons and forks which are raised from a single, flat piece of silver.

finial

Metals; Silver

An ornament surmounting an object or the terminal of a spoon.

filigree

Metals; Silver

Delicate silver and gold wirework used as decorative panels for small boxes etc. 16th-17th century (European); 19th century (Indian).

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