BLOODSTONE

ORIGIN: Primarily India, but also Brazil, Australia, United States, South Africa, Bulgaria, Czech Republic, Nova Scotia, Scotland, China

TRADE NAMES: Heliotrope, Indian Bloodstone, Ematille, and Blood Jasper

METAPHYSICAL PROPERTIES: 

Bloodstone has grounding and purifying properties. Wards off negative energy, protective. Intense healing stone. Balancing the total body. Root Chakra

MOHS HARDNESS: 6.5 - 7.0

KEY CONCEPTS: PROTECTION 

Example Metaphysical Usage: 

Sometimes, called the "Martyr's Stone" because of a legend that says it was created when Christ's blood stained jasper at the foot of the cross. It is said to help boost the immune system and have healing powers for blood disorders, but may also calm emotions, help with self-confidence, and minimize stressful situations.