bloodstone

noun

blood·stone ˈbləd-ˌstōn

: a green chalcedony sprinkled with red spots resembling blood

called also heliotrope

Examples of bloodstone in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web March birthstone There are two birthstones for March: aquamarine and bloodstone. —

Olivia Munson, USA TODAY, 27 Mar. 2023 Get the bloodstone! —

Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Oct. 2022 Another highlight is the Petrvs Horse signet ring in 18-karat yellow gold, which features a beautiful bloodstone and an engraved horse inspired by ancient coins and stone carvings. —

Demetrius Simms, Robb Report, 1 Nov. 2022 In addition to glowing red in an otherwise black-and-white world, the bloodstone gives its possessor enhanced strength, protection and longevity. —

Daniel Fienberg, The Hollywood Reporter, 6 Oct. 2022

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