chalcedony

noun

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chal·ce·do·ny | \ kal-ˈse-də-nē

, chal-; ˈkal-sə-ˌdō-nē

, ˈchal-, -ˌdä- \

plural chalcedonies

Definition of chalcedony

: a translucent variety of quartz of various colors and waxy luster

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Recent Examples on the Web For instance, Ashley Poust, a postdoctoral researcher in vertebrate paleontology at the San Diego Natural History Museum, is intrigued by the origins of the chalcedony. — Erin Fennessy, Popular Science, "Were rocks on the menu for these ancient birds?," 23 Feb. 2021 The Rose collection features rings in white chalcedony, diamonds, and sapphires ($29,000) and necklaces in pink opal and amethyst (price on request), as well as watches and bracelets. — Stellene Volandes, Town & Country, "Ring Around the Roses," 4 Jan. 2013 On this chalcedony intaglio from Greece, circa the 2nd or 3rd century BC, a nymph ties up her hair in a ribbon. — Vogue, "Dior, De Beers, and Repossi, Oh My! A Virtual Tour Through the Fall 2017 High Jewelry Collections," 7 July 2017

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