Gloss
Gloss. A moderately lustrous reflective finish from a fairly smooth metallic surface; between satin and bright dip. Gloss is the highest reflective finish obtainable from the process of patina coloring without any mechanical action such as polishing or burnishing. See reflectiveness, patina.
excerpted with permission from
An Encyclopedia of Coin and Medal Technology
For Artists, Makers, Collectors and Curators
COMPILED AND WRITTEN BY D. WAYNE JOHNSON
Roger W. Burdette, Editor