Physical Characteristics: A variety of Quartz with blood-red spots of Jasper (the color caused by hematite). Occurs in massive formations. It is also known as heliotrope. Hardness is 6.5 - 7. Found in Central Europe, the Middle East, and Australia.
Metaphysical Properties: A healing stone. Also used to aid with intuitive understanding, while also working with the heart chakra to ground and balance. Helps a person to be present in the "now". It also helps stimulate creativity and improving abilities. Aids in proper blood flow. Christians use this stone as a reminder of Christ's sacrifice, as it resembles drops of blood on a green stone. Small tumbled stones are perfect for pocket stones or for a medicine bag, though they may get scratched if they are soft.
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