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Bloodstone Tumbled/Polished
Bloodstone Tumbled/Polished
Bloodstone is a grounding and revitalizing crystal that has been cherished for centuries as a stone of courage and protection. Its powerful energy helps you stay focused, resilient, and grounded during challenges, while fostering spiritual growth and connection.
Scientific Name: Heliotrope (a variety of Chalcedony)
Chemical Makeup: Silicon Dioxide (SiO₂) with inclusions of iron oxide or jasper
Formation: Bloodstone forms in hydrothermal veins or as a secondary mineral in volcanic rocks. Its green chalcedony base is often speckled with vivid red inclusions of iron oxide, resembling drops of blood, which inspired its name.
Where It’s Found: Bloodstone is commonly found in India, Brazil, Australia, China, and the United States.
Magical Properties:
Boosting vitality and endurance
Enhancing courage and inner strength
Protecting against negativity and unwanted energies
Promoting clarity and decisiveness in tough situations
Connecting with ancestral and spiritual energies
Water Safe? Yes, Bloodstone is water safe and can be cleansed with water when necessary.
MOH’s Hardness: 6.5 - 7
Associations:
Chakras: Root, Heart
Element: Earth
Zodiac: Aries, Pisces
Planet: Mars