(tola`ath shani (Ex 25:4, etc.)): Cermes vermilio, a scale insect from which a red dye is obtained. See COLOR; DYEING; WORM.
Bibliography Information Orr, James, M.A., D.D. General Editor. "Definition for 'SCARLET (WORM)'". "International Standard Bible Encyclopedia". bible-history.com - ISBE; 1915.