The Bloodstone gets its name from the specks of iron laced in the deep green stone, it is thought that the specks is similar to that of our blood. The stone itself is a mixture of Jasper and Agate.

Ritualistic uses -

Healing

Protection

Peace

Wisdom

Courage

Purification

Cleansing

Element - Earth

Planet - Mars

Zodiac - Aries, Libra and Pisces

Chakra - Root