Bloodstone

Bloodstone is a member of the Chalcedony family. It is a variety of quartz (silicon dioxide) often with some iron and aluminum. The chemistry is SiO2. It is dark, bright green spotted with red inclusions. The streak is white. This is considered a microcrystalline variety of quartz and is not found in crystal form.

ENVIRONMENT
Chalcedony is formed in several environments, generally near the surface of the earth where temperatures and pressures are relatively low. It commonly forms in the zone of alteration of lode and massive hydrothermal replacement deposits and as bodies of chert in chemical sedimentary rocks.

OCCURRENCE
India, Germany. NAME
This stone is also referred to as "heliotrope," which is derived from two Greek words, which signify "sun-turning". It was given this name because of a notion that when immersed in water it would turn the sun red. Chalcedony is derived from Chalcedon, an ancient Greek city of Asia Minor.

LEGEND and LORE
This is one of the birthstones for March.

"Who in this world of ours, her eyes
In March first opens, shall be wise.
In days of peril, firm and brave,
And wear a Bloodstone to her grave."

Ancient warriors often carried an amulet of bloodstone, which was intended to stop bleeding when applied to a wound.

MAGICAL PROPERTIES
Because it is green, it can be used for "money spells". It is also considered a "lucky" stone for athletes because it imparts courage and stamina.

HEALING
Heliotrope is used today in conjunction with anything having to do with blood.

NOTE
The ancient uses of bloodstone are similar to modern uses. In addition, it may be considered a "cholesterol buster". Apply it to any with this type of problem. Generally, use it at the Heart Chakra. It may be successfully used in situations where "courage" is needed to accomplish something. Just carry a piece of it in your pocket for this purpose.

Chrysoprase, carnelian, jasper and agate are all forms of Chalcedony.

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