Bloodstone helps one become more knowledgeable in the ways of the world, imparts strength and courage to the wearer. It is also said to assist
the wearer in seeing the benefits of change, recognizing negative patterns & letting go of selfish behavior. 

An excellent stone for teens, a great graduation gift or going off to college gift for those kids heading out into the “real” world for the first time or for anyone you know in your life that is stuck in a negative pattern but can’t see it.

In medieval times the red spots on the stones were believed to be the blood of Christ.  It was called the “martyrs stone” because of this belief and at that time was used for making religious sculptures and crosses.