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Luster (optical property)

Scope note

A reflective surface quality less bright than a gloss and giving more of an impression of depth in the finish than a shine.

Term type

AAT

Getty AAT term number

300056162

Broader Terms used

optical properties

Equivalent Terms used

lustrous

Created

13yrs ago

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