Crystal Database

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Bloodstone

Bloodstone is a variety of opaque Chalcedony, which is cryptocrystalline Quartz. Bloodstone is green Chalcedony with red inclusions. The red is caused by iron oxide inclusions.

Bloodstone is also known as Heliotrope or Blood Jasper and is typically dark green with small blood red spots.

Bloodstone is mostly sold tumble polished and carved.

Metaphysical Properties

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Bloodstone provides insight into spiritual intuition, truth, harmony, adaptability and strength. Through meditation, bloodstone provides a connection to the Divine and communication to our ancestors.

Bloodstone is a stone of renewal of the physical, emotional and mental, revitalising relationships, friendships and unconditional love.

Bloodstone helps one to live in the moment.

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Crystal Healing Uses

Bloodstone is useful in treating conditions of the kidneys, bladder, spleen, intestines and liver.

Bloodstone helps eliminate toxins.

Bloodstone helps stabilise, balance and purify the blood and assists regulate blood flow and pressure.

Bloodstone stimulates the immune system.

Colour:

green with red inclusions

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Class:

Silicate, microcrystalline

Group:

Hexagonal, Trigonal

Formations:

nodes in volcanic rock and masses

Localities:

Worldwide

Chemical Composition:

SiO₂

Hardness:

6.5 to 7

Lustre:

vitreous, dull to opaque

Cleavage:

none

Varieties:

Bloodstone is a variety of Chalcedony, which is a fibrous variety of Quartz.

Disclaimer:

All crystal healing uses, magical uses and metaphysical definitions are provided as a means of education, and do not imply a guarantee of effect.  Those suffering from illness should consult with their General Practitioner in the first instance. Crystal healing is a holistic complementary healthcare practice and should be carried out by a suitably qualified crystal healing practitioner.