Bloodstone

BLOODSTONE
~ Strength, courage, purification, vitality ~
Bloodstone is a quartz-group gemstone with a hardness of 7. In the Middle Ages, magic powers were ascribed to it, as its red spots were thought to 
be drops of Christ's blood. It is found in India, Australia, Brazil, China & the USA.

Mystic Lore: Intuitive sources say Bloodstone is a stone of courage. It is said to bring strength of mind, firmness of purpose & confidence in difficult situations. It can be used to assist one in taking the actions dictated by the heart's desire. It is said to purify the blood and increase life force energies.