CASSIUS
\kˈasɪəs], \kˈasɪəs], \k_ˈa_s_ɪ__ə_s]\
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By Princeton University
By DataStellar Co., Ltd
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A brownish purple pigment, obtained by the action of some compounds of tin upon certain salts of gold. It is used in painting and staining porcelain and glass to give a beautiful purple color. Commonly called Purple of Cassius.
By Oddity Software
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Snake's-head
- Guinea-hen flower; -- so called in England because its spotted petals resemble the scales of a snake's head.