fineness

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Fineness of weave, delicacy of hue, and chaste simplicity of design are distinguishing features of this group.

From The Oriental Rug A Monograph on Eastern Rugs and Carpets, Saddle-Bags, Mats & Pillows, with a Consideration of Kinds and Classes, Types, Borders, Figures, Dyes, Symbols, etc. Together with Some Practical Advice to Collectors. by Ellwanger, W. D. (William DeLancey)

Fineness of linen does not always determine good wearing qualities.

From Textiles For Commercial, Industrial, and Domestic Arts Schools; Also Adapted to Those Engaged in Wholesale and Retail Dry Goods, Wool, Cotton, and Dressmaker's Trades by Dooley, William H. (William Henry)

Fineness of mouth, means a mouth that is perfectly trained, and responds to the determined action of a sensitive hand.

From The Lady and Her Horse Being Hints Selected from Various Sources and Compiled into a System of Equitation by Jenkins, T. A.

Fineness of wool was made the only tests of excellence, no matter how scanty its quantity, or how diminutive or miserable the carcass.

From Sheep, Swine, and Poultry Embracing the History and Varieties of Each; The Best Modes of Breeding; Their Feeding and Management; Together with etc. by Jennings, Robert

"Fineness" was a quality he was for ever belauding: a quality that he believed was only to be found in persons of complex character and unusually sensitive organisation.

From The Ffolliots of Redmarley by Harker, L. Allen (Lizzie Allen)