Bloodstone Meaning, Powers and History

The stone is a symbol of justice. It can have a glassy to waxy luster. Legend says bloodstone was formed when drops of Christ's blood fell and stained some

jasper at the foot of the cross. For this reason, it is said to have special powers. Medieval Christians used to carve scenes of the crucifixion of martyrs into bloodstone; therefore they referred to bloodstone as the martyr's stone.Ã¯Â¾Â There is a very famous bloodstone at the Louvre museum in Paris- it is carved with the seal of the German Emperor Rudolf II. Bloodstone, along with

aquamarine, is the traditional birthstone for the month of March.Ã¯Â¾Â It comes in many shapes and cuts, with the common forms of cabochon, cushion cut,

emerald cut, octagonal, oval and round.

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Bloodstone is found in India, Brazil, China, Australia, the United States, the Czech Republic, Germany, Russia, and Scotland. There are many fake bloodstones on the market nowadays but there is a foolproof way to tell if the stone is real- if one rubs the stone on porcelain and blood red scars appear, it is genuine. Otherwise, it is not bloodstone, but some other gemstone.

Bloodstone, as one might guess, is said to help cure many ailments involving blood. It is said to stop nosebleeds, anemia, blood disorders, and helps the circulation of blood. The stones used to be thought to heal tumors as well. Stones were pulverized and mixed with egg whites and honey before applied to the skin.Ã¯Â¾Â Powdered bloodstone is used as aphrodisiac and as traditional medicines in India.Ã¯Â¾Â It is said to have the power to detoxify and strengthen the immune and lymphatic systems. It is also said to have the power to strengthen kidneys, bone marrow, heart, and liver functions. InÃ¯Â¾Â medieval times, the stone was used to remove poison from venomous snakebites.

Bloodstone is known as a stone of courage. In ancient times, bloodstones were believed to be magical stones. Warriors used to carry bloodstone amulets with them to help stop the bleeding from their wounds and to protect them from the evil eye. The stone is also thought to have the power to make vague thoughts clear, increase self-esteem, selflessness, intuition and creativity. It enhances decision making, induces dreams, calms anxiety, drives away negative energy, fights evil, prevents jealousy, boosts spirits, eases a broken heart, and brings good luck. It is also thought to bring about much needed change.

More about Bloodstone

On the Talismanic Use of Bloodstone (G. F. Kunz)"