SARDONYX

sardonyx

(noun) an onyx characterized by parallel layers of sard and a different colored mineral

Source: WordNet® 3.1


Etymology

Noun

sardonyx (countable and uncountable, plural sardonyxes)

A gemstone having bands of red sard; a variety of onyx or chalcedony.

(heraldry) A tincture of sanguine colour when the blazoning is done by precious stones.

Source: Wiktionary


Sar"do*nyx, n. Etym: [L., fr. Gr. Sard, and Onyx.] (Min.)

Definition: A variety of onyx consisting of sard and white chalcedony in alternate layers.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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