bloodstones

Spotted green gems

Bloodstones are a variety of dark green chalcedony flecked with red spots resembling drops of blood.

The red markings come from iron oxide inclusions.

Traditionally valued as a semiprecious gemstone, bloodstone has been used in signet rings and carved ornaments.

In folklore, it was believed to have healing and protective powers.

gemstone

jasper

Opaque colored quartz

chalcedonyTranslucent microcrystalline silica variety
cabochonDomed, unfaceted gemstone
polishedSmooth, refined, accomplished

green · red spots · semiprecious · quartz · lapidary · carved · intaglio · signet · bezel · tumbled

mystical

talisman

Magical protective charm

amuletWorn protective token
protectionGuarding against harm
healingRestoration of health

vitality · courage · ancient · ritual · metaphysical · energy · chakra · grounding · purification · medieval

jewelry

ring

Closed curve shape

pendantSuspended jewelry ornament
broochDecorative fastening ornament
braceletOrnamental wrist band

necklace · earrings · cufflinks · setting · beads · strand · carved · engraved · ornamental · birthstone

historical

medieval

Of the Middle Ages

crusadersPassionate advocates for change
martyrsThose killed for convictions
ChristThe anointed savior

crucifixion · Christian · relics · nobility · heraldry · Renaissance · antiquity · heirloom · artifacts · ecclesiastical

Opposites

gemstone color/appearance

bloodstonesdiamonds

Precious crystallized carbon

moonstones · opals · pearls · rock crystal · white jade

gemstone value/preciousness

bloodstonesdiamonds

Precious crystallized carbon

rubies · emeralds · sapphires · garnets · alexandrite

symbolic associations

bloodstonesmoonstones

Iridescent feldspar gemstones

pearls · aquamarines · rose quartz · amethysts · selenite

Family

Familiarity: Top 500,000
Profile: Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G