glyp|tog|ra|phy

glyp|tog|ra|phy
glyp|tog|ra|phy «glihp TOG ruh fee», noun.
1. the description or study of engraved gems.
2. the art or process of engraving on gems or the like; glyptics.
[< Greek glyptós carved + English -graphy]

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