bell metal
noun
: bronze that consists usually of three to four parts of copper to one of tin and that is used for making bells
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Its name comes from the metal that forms its distinctive head—kansa, or bell metal—a healing alloy of copper and tin celebrated for its ability to promote lymphatic drainage and restore balance to the skin.
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 13 Aug. 2025
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Kiana Murden, Vogue, 13 Aug. 2025
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“Bell metal.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bell%20metal. Accessed 18 Sep. 2025.
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