銘めい入いり

noun which may take the genitive case particle 'no', noun

inscribed with the maker's name

Typically used for swords, pottery, or other crafted items bearing the artisan's signature or seal.

• この刀かたなは銘めい入いりの名めい品ひんだ。

  This sword is a masterpiece inscribed with the maker's name.

• 銘めい入いりの茶ちゃ碗わんをコレクションしている。

  I collect tea bowls that bear the potter's mark.