glyptography Meaning, Definition & Usage

  1. noun carvings or engravings (especially on precious stones)
    glyptic art.
  2. noun carving or engraving (especially on stones)

WordNet

Glyp*tog"ra*phy noun
Etymology
Gr. carved + -graphy: cf. F. glyptographie.
Definitions
  1. The art or process of engraving on precious stones. R.

Webster 1913