'anaglypton' originates from Greek, specifically the word 'anaglyptos,' where 'ana-' meant 'up' and 'glyphein' meant 'to carve.'

'anaglypton' changed from the Greek word 'anaglyptos' and eventually became the modern English word 'anaglypton.'

Initially, it meant 'something carved in relief,' and this meaning has remained the same in modern usage, especially for metalwork.