ra.mah denotes a precious material named among trade goods and among valuables surpassed by wisdom.

The term denotes a precious material: it is listed among wares in Ezekiel 27:16 and among valuables that do not compare with wisdom in Job 28:18.

1. A precious material among goods and valuables · dominant

   Both attestations use a common feminine plural absolute form. In Ezekiel 27:16 it occurs in a list of materials given in exchange for wares; in Job 28:18 the APB renders the clause "Coral and crystal are not remembered," within a comparison that says wisdom cannot be obtained for jewels.

   Ezekiel 27:16Job 28:18

In the Anselm Project Bible: The APB presents the term as "corals" in Ezekiel 27:16 and "Coral" in Job 28:18. These renderings confirm the verses' treatment of a valuable material rather than establish a finer distinction.