bronzed grackle

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noun

the western subspecies of the American bird, the common grackle, Quiscalus quiscula versicolor, having bronzy, iridescent plumage.

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Origin of bronzed grackle

An Americanism dating back to 1890–95

That is where Rose Aimee Berlanger had a recent exhibit of her bronzed babes.
The Foodie Capital of Canada|Michele Willens|May 31, 2014|DAILY BEAST
In a spread photographed by Mario Testino, Upton preens in body-hugging designs that emphasize her healthy bronzed glow.
Kate Upton Nabs First American Vogue Cover|Misty White Sidell|May 10, 2013|DAILY BEAST
After splitting up with Ken seven years ago, she briefly flirted with a bronzed Aussie surfer named Blaine.
How Ken Won Barbie's Heart Back|Danielle Friedman|February 14, 2011|DAILY BEAST
In a classic 2007 pic, a bronzed Lindsay Lohan looks chocolate-brown between her nose and upper lip—it's a tan-tache.
Spray-Tan Horror Stories|Anneli Rufus|July 7, 2010|DAILY BEAST

It was a pleasant face, sun-bronzed and well-formed, with waving brown hair and eyes that could be gentle and compassionate.
Hooded Detective, Volume III No. 2, January, 1942|Various
Then he glanced at Winston's bronzed face, which showed quietly resolute at the bottom of the table.
Winston of the Prairie|Harold Bindloss
Winston, however, shook his head, and a little flush crept into Dane's bronzed face.
Winston of the Prairie|Harold Bindloss
The still river rippled, and a sun-bronzed face shot half-clear again.
The Gold Trail|Harold Bindloss
And at the exclamation, and sight of the iron mood written on Longsword's face, Eybek's bronzed face turned ashen pale.
God Wills It!|William Stearns Davis