Dark green with red spotsChakra Root Chakra, Heart Chakra Keywords courage, vitality, resilience Element Earth/Fire Hardness Mohs 6.5–7 Mineral Chalcedony (heliotrope)
Bloodstone
Medieval Christian legend held that the red spots were drops of Christ's blood falling on green jasper. Long carried by warriors and athletes, bloodstone is a March birthstone and a traditional stone of courage, vitality and resilience.
How people use it
Carried during physically or emotionally demanding times, or worn as a ring or pendant.
Care & cleansing
Durable; rinse briefly.
General cleansing methods from the Picker's Rock beginner's guide: running water, moonlight, selenite bowls and brief sunlight. Read the guide.
Where it fits
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