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Dragon's Blood, or Dragon Bloodstone, is a variety of opaque green-hued Jasper (a microcrystalline quartz) heavily veined and patterned with deep red inclusions, typically Piedmontite. This vibrant mix of green and red gives it a powerful, earthy aesthetic, said to represent the blood and skin of a dragon. It exhibits an opaque to waxy lustre and is commonly polished into spheres, palm stones, and used for rugged jewellery pieces.
Dragon's Blood is known as the "Stone of Courage and Inner Strength." It carries a powerful, fiery energy that is highly protective, instilling courage, vitality, and tenacity in the user. It is believed to aid in manifestation, helping to bring ideas into reality with focus and confidence. It encourages emotional resilience, promotes forgiveness, and strengthens the will, making it an excellent aid for those seeking to overcome challenges or establish clear boundaries.
Hardness: 6.5 to 7 on the Mohs scale (making it durable for daily wear).
Chakra: Primarily the Root Chakra (for grounding, vitality, and courage) and the Heart Chakra (for strength and compassion).
Zodiac Sign: Gemini, Leo and Aries.
Benefits: Enhances courage, personal power, and inner strength, aids in manifestation and achieving goals, promotes emotional resilience and forgiveness, provides strong energetic protection, and boosts vitality and stamina.
Source: Australia, South Africa.
How to use Dragon's Blood
Place it in your home: Keep a large piece in your work area or office to provide a constant source of motivation, courage, and vitality, helping you stay focused on ambitious projects.
Meditate with it: Hold the stone during meditation to connect with its protective fire energy, helping you to set clear boundaries and identify where you need to strengthen your personal resolve.
Carry it: Keep a piece in your pocket or bag, especially when heading into confrontational situations or when you need an extra boost of courage and determination to face a challenge.
Wear it: As jewellery (such as a pendant or ring) for continuous access to its protective and vitalising energy, helping you to remain strong and resilient throughout the day.
Use for manifestation: Place the stone on an intention altar or grid to infuse your goals with the powerful, fiery energy needed to manifest them into reality.
