The Definition of the word Sardine stone

Sardine stone

(Rev. 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.