Spangle

Webster's Dictionary of the English Language

·noun Figuratively, any little thing that sparkless.

II. Spangle ·vi To show brilliant spots or points; to Glisten; to Glitter.

III. Spangle ·noun A small plate or boss of shining metal; something brilliant used as an ornament, especially when stitched on the dress.

IV. Spangle ·vt To set or sprinkle with, or as with, spangles; to adorn with small, distinct, brilliant bodies; as, a spangled breastplate.