This was apparently the source of the coccus scarlet dye used for ancient Israel’s tabernacle furnishings, as well as for the garments of Israel’s high priest. ​ — Exodus 28: 5; 36: 8.
Nendest täidest toodeti tõenäoliselt ka seda punast värvi, mida kasutati muistse Iisraeli kogudusetelgi sisustuse ning ülempreestri riiete värvimiseks.