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Pietra dura

Hard and fine stones in general, as used for inlay etc. and distinguished from the softer stones used in building.

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noun
  1. 1

    Hard and fine stones in general, as used for inlay etc. and distinguished from the softer stones used in building.

    "A Florentine mosaic is a familiar instance of work in pietra dura, though the ground may be soft marble."

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