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2. Damascening - Wikipedia

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   Damascening is the art of inlaying different metals into one another—typically, gold or silver into a darkly oxidized steel background—to produce intricate patterns similar to niello. The English term comes from a perceived resemblance to the rich tapestry patterns of damask silk.

3. Oro alla Patria - Wikipedia

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   Those who donated their gold wedding band received a steel replacement from Mussolini commemorating their contribution [1]. Oro alla Patria ("Gold for the Fatherland" [2] [3] [4]) was a 1935 Italian fascist campaign that asked Italians to donate their gold assets to fundraise for their fatherland.

4. Damascus steel - Wikipedia

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   The origin of the name "Damascus Steel" is contentious. Islamic scholars al-Kindi (full name Abu Ya'qub ibn Ishaq al-Kindi, circa 800 CE – 873 CE) and al-Biruni (full name Abu al-Rayhan Muhammad ibn Ahmad al-Biruni, circa 973 CE – 1048 CE) both wrote about swords and steel made for swords, based on their surface appearance, geographical location of production or forging, or the name of the ...

5. Pattern welding - Wikipedia

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   The similarities in the markings led many to believe it was the same process being used, and pattern welding was revived by European smiths who were attempting to duplicate the Damascus steel. While the methods used by Damascus smiths to produce their blades was lost over the centuries, recent efforts by metallurgists and bladesmiths (such as ...

6. Wedding ring - Wikipedia

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   In both the United States and Canada, wedding rings were initially only worn by wives, but became customary for both spouses during the 20th century. [9] In Brazil, Mexico, and Spain both sexes also wear engagement rings, and the groom's ring often becomes a wedding ring in the nuptial exchange ceremony. In The Netherlands plain bands can be ...

7. Talk:Damascus steel - Wikipedia

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   References ^ Inman, Mason (November 16, 2006). "Legendary Swords' Sharpness, Strength From Nanotubes, Study Says". National Geographic. Retrieved 2007-05-26. ^ Secret's out for Saracen sabres Delisting article There are various problems, such as a massive introduction, which needs to be wikified and referenced, and also the general lack of referencing in the article does not meet current GA ...