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Bloodstone, also known as Heliotrope, is a cryptocrystalline quartz mineral, a variety of chalcedony. It is primarily a deep, opaque green (often dark green or teal-green) and is distinguished by its sporadic specks of bright red or reddish-brown lustre caused by iron oxide inclusions (hematite or red jasper). These red spots, which resemble drops of blood, are responsible for the stone's name and its ancient status as a powerful talisman.

Bloodstone is known as the "Stone of Courage, Purification, and Vitality." It is one of the most effective grounding and protecting stones, known for its ability to boost strength, courage, and self-esteem. Historically, it was used to purify the blood and enhance physical endurance. Metaphysically, it anchors the heart energy and motivates one to act in the present moment, promoting generosity and an altruistic nature while calming and revitalising the mind.

Hardness: 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale (making it durable for daily wear).

Chakra: Primarily the Root Chakra (for grounding and strength) and the Heart Chakra (for courage and compassion).

Zodiac Sign: Aries, Pisces and Libra. It is also a traditional birthstone for March. 

Benefits: Provides strength, courage, and physical vitality, aids in grounding and protection, calms the mind to dispel confusion and irritability, enhances intuition and creativity, and is historically used for purification and detoxification.

Source: India (the primary source), Australia, Brazil, China, USA.

How to use Bloodstone

Place it in your home: Keep a piece in a room where you need sustained energy and motivation, such as a gym or a study, to encourage focus and physical stamina.

Meditate with it: Hold the stone during meditation to connect to its powerful grounding energy, which helps to centre you and promote a feeling of courage and emotional resilience.

Carry it: Keep a tumbled stone in your pocket or bag to draw on its revitalising energy throughout the day, especially when facing exhaustion, stress, or needing a confidence boost.

Wear it: As jewellery (pendants, rings, or bracelets) for continuous vital energy and emotional protection, keeping its strengthening influence close to the body.

Use for energy work: Place the stone over the Heart Chakra to infuse the body with courage and generosity, or place it on the Root Chakra to enhance physical grounding and cleansing.