bloodstone

noun

blood·​stone ˈbləd-ˌstōn How to pronounce bloodstone (audio)
: a green chalcedony sprinkled with red spots resembling blood

called also heliotrope

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Throughout history, bloodstone was associated with the Roman god of war, Mars. — Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 20 Feb. 2024 For those partial to verdant hues, brands offered a smorgasbord from malachite, bloodstone and natural aventurine, to enamel and ceramic in a gradient from tenderest tones to ready-to-rumble khaki. — Lily Templeton, Footwear News, 1 May 2026

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First Known Use

1504, in the meaning defined above

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The first known use of bloodstone was in 1504

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“Bloodstone.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/bloodstone. Accessed 8 Jul. 2026.

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bloodstone

noun
blood·​stone -ˌstōn How to pronounce bloodstone (audio)
: a green quartz with red spots

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