Ancient coral reefsHeinrich Harder (1858-1935) · 1920
Coral
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Summary
A valuable substance from the sea, formed by marine organisms, mentioned alongside precious stones as items of great worth.
☩Biblical References
Job declares that wisdom cannot be valued with coral or pearls. Ezekiel mentions coral among the luxury goods traded in Tyre's markets. Its red color made it prized for jewelry and ornamentation.