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Crystal guide · Stones A–Z
Bloodstone
the stone of strengthA deep green stone flecked with red, as if dotted with drops of blood. Traditionally carried for strength, courage and steadiness.
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Said to help withStrength, courage and grounding
ChakraRoot · Heart
Zodiac[PLACEHOLDER: signs from The Crystal Bible]
ColourDark green with red spots
Hardness6.5 to 7 out of 10, fine for everyday wear
What it isGreen chalcedony (a fine-grained quartz) with red spots of iron oxide. Also called heliotrope
Meaning
What bloodstone is said to do
Where the name comes from
Its older name, heliotrope, is Greek for “sun-turner”: the Roman writer Pliny wrote that it turned the sun’s reflection red in water. A medieval Christian legend tells that its red spots first appeared when drops of Christ’s blood fell on green stone at the foot of the cross.
Over the centuries it became a stone for strength and courage, carried through hard times.
Crystal meanings describe tradition and belief, not medical advice.
Traditionally said to help with
StrengthTraditionally carried through hard times, as a stone of strength.
CourageAn old favourite with anyone facing something difficult.
GroundingLinked with the root chakra, as on our grounding page.
ProtectionAn old protective stone in crystal tradition.
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Everyday bloodstone
How to use it
1In your pocketA small piece on a day that needs a little extra strength.
2On your deskA tower in view through a demanding week.
3In your handsHold a sphere and take a few slow breaths before a hard conversation.
4As a giftA thoughtful present for someone going through a tough time.
Care card
Looking after your bloodstone
Sun is fineIt won’t fade, so it’s happy on a sunny windowsill.
Cleanse it now and thenLeave it in moonlight overnight, on a selenite plate, or next to a singing bowl.
Water is fineRinse it and dry it straight away. Skip salt and harsh cleaners.
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Crystal guide · Stones A–Z
Bloodstone
the stone of strengthDeep green flecked with red. Traditionally carried for strength and courage.
Shop bloodstone · from £3.54Said to help withStrength, courage and grounding
ChakraRoot · Heart
Zodiac[PLACEHOLDER: signs from The Crystal Bible]
ColourDark green with red spots
Hardness6.5 to 7 out of 10, fine for everyday wear
What it isGreen chalcedony (a fine-grained quartz) with red spots of iron oxide. Also called heliotrope
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What bloodstone is said to do
Also called heliotrope, “sun-turner”. A medieval legend says its red spots are drops of blood that fell on green stone at the cross.
StrengthTraditionally carried through hard times, as a stone of strength.
CourageAn old favourite with anyone facing something difficult.
GroundingLinked with the root chakra, as on our grounding page.
ProtectionAn old protective stone in crystal tradition.
Care cardLooking after your bloodstone
Sun is fineIt won’t fade, so it’s happy on a sunny windowsill.
Cleanse it now and thenLeave it in moonlight overnight, on a selenite plate, or next to a singing bowl.
Water is fineRinse it and dry it straight away. Skip salt and harsh cleaners.
How to use it
1In your pocketA small piece on a day that needs a little extra strength.
2On your deskA tower in view through a demanding week.
3In your handsHold a sphere and take a few slow breaths before a hard conversation.
4As a giftA thoughtful present for someone going through a tough time.
Bloodstone, answered
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