Cheap Ruby Shade, Used in Medieval Texts

This page is the CodyCross answer for the clue below from Sense of Smell, Group 1473, Puzzle 1 (Corpse Flower).

Question

Cheap Ruby Shade, Used in Medieval Texts

Answer

REDLEAD

Word Meaning:

RED LEAD — A bright red, poisonous oxide of lead, Pb₃O₄, used as a pigment and in glass and ceramics.

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