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Reference: Sardine Stone

Easton

(Re 4:3, R.V., "sardius;" Heb 'odhem; LXX., Gr. sardion, from a root meaning "red"), a gem of a blood-red colour. It was called "sardius" because obtained from Sardis in Lydia. It is enumerated among the precious stones in the high priest's breastplate (Ex 28:17; 39:10). It is our red carnelian.

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