ORIGIN

Bloodstone is an ancient gem material that was used by the Babylonians (pre-539 BC) to make amulets and talismans with healing properties. The Ancient Egyptians believed bloodstone could make an individual stronger and more stealthy in battle, maybe even invisible to their enemies.  The gemstone can be found in - 

• Australia
• Brazil
• China
• Madagascar
• United States

ENERGY

Bloodstone is a grounding and protective stone which heightens intuition and increases creativity

COLOURS

Bloodstone is an opaque chalcedony (a type of quartz) consisting of dark green jasper with spots or larger areas of red, iron oxide inclusions. The inclusions can also be other colours such as yellow or white, but red is the most well-known and popular

USAGE

Bloodstone is an intense healing stone used to cleanse and realign the lower chakras with the heart, and is conducive to balancing the total body in order to overcome any distress or anxiety associated with re-alignment of these energies. ... Red crystal energy is used to clear blockages and re-balance the Base Chakra

HEALING PROPERTIES

The bloodstone also has grounding and purifying properties. Because of its ability to ward off negative energy and purify and cleanse the energy around it, the bloodstone is considered very protective. It can strengthen the immune system, help invigorate the blood, and energise one's life

HOW TO USE

Put a piece of Bloodstone in a bowl with water next to your bed for deep and restful sleep. Wear it or carry it in your purse or pocket to increase your physical endurance and zest for living. In healing grids or crystal body layouts, Bloodstone works in cleansing your lower chakras and realigning their energies