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Semi Precious Stone Bloodstone

The mineral heliotrope also known as bloodstone is a form of chalcedony that includes of cryptocrystalline quartz. The classic bloodstone is green jasper with red inclusions of iron oxide (red jasper). Sometimes yellow or other colors of jasper are also present, but these multi-colored gemstones are usually called "fancy jasper".

The red inclusion is supposed to resemble the spots of blood. Hence the name "bloodstone" is arrived. The name "heliotrope" (from Greek helios, Sun, trepein, to turn) derives from various ancient notions.

The primary source of the stone is India. Even, it is also found in Brazil, China, Australia, and the United States. Bloodstone is the original birthstone for March. Today, bloodstone, jasper and aquamarine are considered to be the gemstones or birthstone for March. It is said that the stone creates harmony, balance and promotes self-esteem.

Historical Facts of Ammolite Other name Heliotrope Refractive Index 1.53 - 1.54 Chemical Composition Silicon dioxide with traces of impurities Hardness 6.5 - 7 Density 2.61 Crystal Structure Trigonal Luster Vitreous Color Red, Green Birthstone for month March Occurrence India, Brazil, China, Australia, United States

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