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coining [′kȯin·iŋ]
(metallurgy) A process of forming metals by squeezing between two dies so as to impress well-defined imprints on both surfaces of the work; usually performed cold. Final pressing of a sintered compact in powder metallurgy. Coining the production of raised images on the surfaces of medals, coins, and the like (seeCOIN-MAKING AND MEDALLIC ART); it may be accomplished manually—by means of heavy blows—or in a coining press with steel dies bearing the desired images and inscriptions in intaglio. REFERENCEFlerov, A. V. Khudozhestvennaia obrabotka metallov. Moscow, 1976.Want to thank TFD for its existence? Tell a friend about us, add a link to this page, add the site to iGoogle, or visit the webmaster's page for free fun content. |
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