Bloodstone is thought to be a stone of vitality, also associated with courage, resilience and strength. An excellent stone for those battling a long term or serious health condition. Or for those recovering from a traumatic event illness or surgery as it is renowned for rebuilding the mind and body.

The blood red markings in this stone once thought to be the spilt blood of Christ when walking to crucifixion with the cross. Bloodstone is in healing related to the blood. Circulation and bone marrow as well as the purification of the blood, both physical and spiritually.

 Bloodstone is also known as heliotrope.