Bloodstone is a variety of Chalcedony. It is also known by the name aggregate heliotrope and is a hexagonal crystal system. The usual coloring of Bloodstone is dark green with bright red markings on the surface. It has an opaque transparency and is rich in iron.

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The Ancient Greeks held the Bloodstone as a gem with glorious powers. They referred to it as Heliotrope, which directly translates to Sunstone. It was believed to have heavenly healing powers gifted by the gods and most certainly when it came to healing all things related to the blood. Bloodstone is an excellent blood cleanser and a powerful healing stone.

It heightens intuition and increases creativity.  It is grounding and protecting.  Bloodstone draws off negative environmental energy, helping to overcome influences such as geopathic or electromagnetic stress.  It stimulates dreaming and is a powerful revitaliser.  Gives courage and teaches you how to avoid dangerous situations.  Bloodstone encourages selflessness and idealism.  Assists in acting in the present moment.  Bloodstone calms and revitalises the mind, dispels confusion and enhances decision-making.  Assists in adjusting to unaccustomed circumstances.  Reduces irritability, aggressiveness and impatience.