African Blood Stone 6mm Round - 15-16 Inch 2-3mm with natural variations in color

with natural variations in color

This makes sapphires very durable and scratch-resistant

It has been prized both as an ornamental jewel and for its strong curative powers and protective energies

It has been mistaken for ruby and sapphire at times

African Blood Stone 6mm Round - 15-16 Inch 2-3mm with natural variations in colorBloodstone most commonly refers to green Jasper with red inclusions consisting of Hematite. Naturally occuring in hues of blue to green to green with spots and streaks of red, Bloodstone was known in antiquity as Heliotrope, the Sun Stone. It has been treasured for its beauty throughout history and used extensively for adornment in jewelry as well as works of art.