Heliotrope - a stone with multi-colored inclusions: all properties

Heliotropes are a type of chalcedony, semi-precious opaque dark green with yellow or red stones. There are oval and octagonal heliotropes. They are characterized by uneven fracture, pronounced magnetic properties, and the ability to irradiate and pleochroism. Heliotropes are resistant to acids, but are susceptible to mechanical stress, despite their fairly high strength.

Origin of the mineral: features of its formation

Like most quartz, heliotrope is a mineral of volcanic origin. The formation of stone occurs in effusive - lava flows.

The main conditions for its birth are: low temperatures and water. Magma erupting from volcanoes has a temperature of several thousand degrees.

The moment it flows down the slopes of volcanoes and comes into contact with water, the temperature drops sharply. At these moments, heliotropes are formed in its voids.

This is why stones are often found on coastlines near volcanoes, or where there used to be active volcanoes.

But the gem is formed not only in lava. Hydrothermal veins located in areas of volcanic activity are also suitable for its formation.

Mineral deposits

Heliotrope is mined in many parts of our planet.
Historically, heliotrope stone was mined in India, in the Calcutta region, and also in the Nile Valley. Currently, all these deposits have been exhausted. Blood jasper is mined in the United States (Wyoming, California), as well as in the Urals. On the territory of the former USSR, there are also small deposits of Stefanov stone near Bukhara (Uzbekistan).

The following countries also supply the mineral to the market:

• Australia;
• Namibia;
• China;
• Armenia.

Often, stones from small deposits are larger and more beautiful than those mined in mass mining. They are valued much more expensive both among jewelers and magicians.

Features of the stone: history, meaning and deposits

This amazing stone has become known to the world since the times of Ancient Hellas and the Ancient Roman Empire, where it received its “official name”, clearly indicating that it was held in special esteem by local residents.

This mineral has many more names due to the fact that it was found in different territories:

1. Blood Stone. Stains on its surface, reminiscent of blood, fill it with a special, even mystical meaning.
2. Jasper of the East or bloodstone. The stone received such names in the jewelry trade due to its resemblance to jasper due to inclusions of red color, although it is not jasper.
3. Stone plasma. It is remarkable and interesting that this gem was discovered not only on Earth, but also on Mars. It is hematite that makes this planet red. But significant differences were also identified in the chemical components of the plasma of Mars from components of terrestrial origin.
4. Red or meat agate.
5. Babylonian stone. The origin of this name goes back to ancient times and is associated with the history of Babylon.
6. Stefan stone. The stone received this name after Deacon Stefan was beaten to death with stones flying from the hands of an unbelieving crowd. It is generally accepted that the bloody formations on the stone are the undying memory of the first great martyr.

Story

Heliotrope became known to people about three thousand years ago . In ancient times, people believed that he had the power to direct the course of the Sun, change the weather, and cause rain. Egyptian papyri found during excavations describe the properties of this mineral.

It is also mentioned in the chronicles of Mesopotamia. Heliotrope came to Europe about two thousand years ago from India and Bukhara and began to be revered as a stone dedicated to the first great martyr Saint Stephen.

Middle Eastern and European legends say that the red stripes and spots on the gem are the blood of the crucified Jesus Christ. Scenes of the crucifixion were carved into heliotrope; Priests' pectoral crosses and church utensils were often made from this stone.

It was also used to create seals, gems, figurines, talismans (balls and pyramids). Products made of brass, bronze, and silver were often inlaid with heliotrope.

In the jewelry trade, this stone was called bloody jasper (although it is not). Previously, heliotrope had other names: Babylonian stone, oriental jasper, Stephen's stone, German jasper. It is often called “bloodstone” in English-speaking countries (but this name does not refer to another mineral, bloodstone).

Heliotrope: appearance and physical and chemical properties

Varieties and colors of the mineral

It is impossible to describe this mineral in one word: on its surface there is a huge number of various multi-colored inclusions.

The most common is dark green (bluish-green, black-green) bloodstone with blood-red, orange-yellow, cherry-burgundy and blue spots. A type of stone with yellow inclusions is called plasma.

The stone has an opaque or translucent, waxed appearance.

The natural shape of the stone is an octagon with characteristic unevenly broken edges, or an oval.

All stones are original and unique, since natural rock does not have a single color, nor does it have a similar arrangement of impurities.

Physical properties

The gem, despite its fairly high visual hardness, is a fragile stone that is subject to mechanical damage and is easily deformed. The hardness of the stone is up to 7 units.

The melting point of the mineral is 17000. The normal structure density is from 2.64. The refraction of a light beam is up to 1.5 units.

Chemical properties

From a chemical point of view, bloodstone is silicon dioxide with inclusions of hematite, which is the reason for the presence of bright red spots against a generally dark background.

Numerous inclusions of celadonite are responsible for the main green color. The color of the mineral is unstable and may lose its original saturation with prolonged exposure to sunlight. The polished gem has a very beautiful glass luster.

Bloodstone is heterogeneous in its components:

• quartz from fine grains;
• the presence of chalcedony formations;
• agate;
• the presence of iron oxide and hydroxide derivatives in the mineral.

Heliotrope is resistant to hydrochloric acid, but it is still recommended to keep it away from chemical reagents.

Varieties and colors

Heliotrope is a complex mineral; it sometimes contains other minerals. Specific examples of the stone may be more related to chalcedony, quartz or jasper; at the same time, they are similar in appearance and physical properties, but different in chemical nature.

The main external feature of heliotrope (which distinguishes it from bloodstone stone) is a greenish or bluish color with numerous inclusions in the form of stripes, spots, blots, which are located chaotically. The color of inclusions is usually red, burgundy, scarlet, orange. If they are yellow, then this variety is called “plasma” .

There is no clear classification of heliotrope in terms of color. Its colors, like those of jasper, can be any, but the main ones should be green or blue shades - from grayish swamp to deep blue.

This stone is opaque and has a glassy sheen after polishing. Sometimes the color changes slightly in the light and “plays.”

The surface of some faceted heliotropes resembles photographs of star nebulae taken through an electron telescope. This similarity is created by a greenish-blue background with clusters of red and yellow dots.

Magical properties of bloodstone

There have been real legends about the magical properties of heliotrope since the day it was first discovered. Both magicians and alchemists immediately fell in love with him. It was customary to wear the stone in combination with a flower, which is also called “Heliotrope”.

Mages believed that such a unique combination greatly enhanced the effect of any ritual, and the spell became indestructible.

Sorcerers constantly carried it with them, believing that it increased their energy potential. Alchemists used it, wanting to unravel all the secrets of the universe.

The Egyptians considered it a stone that could open any door. There was an opinion that no one could refuse the owner of this gem anything, since wearing the mineral, a person could gain the favor of the rulers, be charged with additional energy and perseverance in order to achieve success in any business.

In the Middle Ages, it was generally believed that the Babylonian Stone was capable of neutralizing the effects of poisons on the body, and if a special, secret spell was cast, then with its help a person could become invisible.

If a bat-shaped gem was engraved on the stone, it was believed that it protected the owner of the stone from demonic influence and gave him the strength to fight spells and attacks from magicians.

This beautiful stone and the church did not deprive of attention.

The clergy believed that the stone was found at the site of the crucifixion of Jesus Christ, and the brown spots on it were nothing more than the blood of the Savior, who gave his life for eternal faith.

Today, these beliefs are a thing of the past, but the stone is still widely used in the interiors of churches: bowls for rituals, candlesticks and other church elements are made from it.

Nowadays, heliotrope can be worn by an ordinary person, far from both magic and the church. It is still generally accepted that the stone helps motivated people achieve their goals and increase their self-esteem.

It allows you to best concentrate on one task and complete it successfully.

The gem also pushes a person to constant self-improvement and self-development, awakens in him a thirst for knowledge. Most often, the stone has such an effect on those who are interested in medicine, science, philosophy, linguistics and psychology.

There is also an opinion that constantly wearing a stone can have the opposite effect, which can manifest itself in fanaticism for work, study, faith or magic.

You can even come across such a version that a person simply becomes a fan of his work so much that it can lead to clouding of reason. Therefore, this stone is not recommended to be worn constantly.

It is believed that the stone can punish its owner because, for example, he has a desire to harm someone.

Heliotrope or fake

Semi-precious and ornamental stones are not often counterfeited. Only if it is economically beneficial. But if you are afraid of buying a fake, here are some tips.

1. The “appearance” of heliotrope is difficult to confuse with other stones. The color will always be green (from dark to light), fading into blue or brown. Red (most often), brown or yellow inclusions, similar to blood splatters, are required.
2. The good hardness of the mineral makes it possible to conduct a simple scratch test.
3. It will be difficult to check the crystal structure of a stone “by eye” (well, unless you have a gemological laboratory at hand).

In general, it is possible to distinguish a fake. And don't worry, this mineral is not usually counterfeited. They can pass off jasper as heliotrope, but not out of malice. They have about the same price, it’s just that the stones can be very similar.

The healing properties of heliotrope

A large number of ancient treatises contain information that heliotrope can almost instantly stop any bleeding.

The mineral contains some amount of iron (iron oxide), so in the very first records that were made by Mesopotamian physicians around the 3rd century BC. There is information that the gem is able to cleanse the blood and kidneys of waste and toxins.

This fact was confirmed a little later (this happened in the 16th century) by Monardes, who said that the indigenous people of New Spain gave the stone a heart-shaped cut in order to use it as an effective remedy for bleeding and open wounds.

The greatest effect was achieved when the stone was moistened with cold water, and then placed in the patient’s right hand, and after a certain period of time, the stone was again lowered into cold water.

Healers in the Middle East and Medieval Europe added crushed minerals to egg whites or honey. This unusual mixture was applied to tumors, hemorrhages, and snake bites.

This remedy effectively cleared abscesses from putrefactive processes in just one day of use. It was believed that looking closely at this gem would also help cope with eye diseases.

Modern scientists working in the field of lithotherapy attribute a wider range of properties to the stone.

It is generally accepted that the mineral really has powerful energy and is capable of influencing the cardiovascular system, accelerating metabolic processes in the body, saturating the tissues of the heart and blood vessels with useful substances.

It is recommended to apply heliotrope to all organs and patients who suffer from atherosclerosis and metabolic disorders.

Blood stone has a positive effect on the immune system, stimulating the functioning of the body's immune systems.

Helps in the treatment of the genitourinary system, has an analgesic effect during the menstrual cycle in women, cleanses the kidneys and bladder of waste and toxins, and has a beneficial effect on the activity of all organs of the gastrointestinal tract.

And today the mineral is recommended to be used for intestinal poisoning, to cleanse the circulatory system, treat hematopoietic processes, and also to increase hemoglobin.

The stone is often used to get rid of problems of a psychological nature, for example, psychological infertility, as well as for stress, overexertion of the body, and frequent depressive states.

Heliotrope is also called the “mother’s stone”, as it has the ability to help improve the relationship between a mother and her child.

Magic of stone

The magic stone heliotrope is capable of influencing humans. The gem enhances the magic of those conducting witchcraft sessions and helps to achieve the desired result in a complex ritual. There is evidence of the significance of a Christian gem for a person. Legends list the following powers:

• adds masculinity, determination and purposefulness;
• enhances the intellectual activity of the brain, helps to quickly comprehend knowledge, broaden one’s horizons;
• enhances the speed of memorization;
• changes a person's beliefs and worldview.

With a fossil, the owner is not afraid of difficulties; he boldly moves forward, achieving his goals. The solution to the most difficult problems is quick; obstacles cannot stop you; they will only add to your determination.

The special property of the gem is to distract from internal experiences and personal problems. Women often take advantage of such opportunities. They do not become depressed, they begin to feel the world around them differently, and they cope more easily with breakups and betrayals by men. The gem guides you to your goal, helps you understand the problem and choose the right path.

Magicians warn about the treachery of the mineral. If you do not calculate your strengths, heliotrope can captivate you with work, material goods, and money. A person will give up happiness in his family and communication with friends.

You should be able to find balance in magic and reality. Then you can become truly happy. Another danger threatens people who do not know what they want. Bloody jasper leads them to a dead end, confuses and interferes. A person falls into a series of rash actions. Emotions mix with ambitions. The owner becomes unbearable: a careerist, a businessman and a deceiver.

Also read: Amethyst - an ancient protector for a young family

Who is this stone suitable for?

Which zodiac signs can wear heliotrope?

Astrologers have their own opinions regarding the question of who this stone is suitable for and who is categorically not recommended to wear it. Scientists associate this stone with three celestial planets at once: Venus, Saturn and the Moon.

It is believed that Cancers and Sagittarius are ideally compatible with this stone. Can wear the stone: Aries, Gemini, Virgo, Libra, Scorpio, Capricorn, Aquarius and Pisces.

The stone is not suitable for the following zodiac signs: Taurus and Leo .

Each sign can receive its own individual quality from the stone, which will not be similar to others:

• Sagittarius , for example, will be able to gain spiritual perfection, logic of thinking, caution and determination.
• Cancers will find happiness and harmony in their personal lives. They will look for a compromise in all disputes and will stop looking for reasons for another discord.
• Aries will have the opportunity to actively develop their mental abilities and will experience a real craving for science, experiments, and research. All their plans and undertakings will be brought to their logical conclusion.

Under the influence of this stone, Scorpios lose their aggressiveness, excessive assertiveness, and become softer and more gentle.

Whose name suits the stone?

The influence of the stone on the fate of a person by his name has not been revealed, so the only thing you should pay attention to is the recommendations given by astrologers.

Compatibility of zodiac signs

Astrological properties have been studied by scientists. They checked how heliotrope affects the constellations and who it is suitable for. Heliotrope has a zodiac sign that can be considered a favorite, there are simply signs that are different in compatibility, and those for which the gem is contraindicated.

The compatibility of the mineral, according to astrologers, is found among the signs of three planets and cosmic bodies: Venus, Saturn, and the Moon.

A gem that turns the celestial body makes the owner a winner over himself, events and health. Changes in fate can be felt by a person who does not believe in magic. The power of natural formations has passed through centuries; it is ridiculous and pointless to dispute the experience of entire generations. It is better to buy and test for yourself the power and healing properties of the gem.

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Talismans and amulets, jewelry with bloodstone and other uses of the stone

The ornamental material of the gem becomes the basis for creating numerous forms of jewelry.

Among the jewelry made from natural wood, the following are very popular: bracelets, earrings, men's rings and women's rings, spectacular pendants, luxurious amulets and beads.

Very often, the stone is included in silver items, where it gets the opportunity to “sparkle” with new facets.

Very often, interior decorative elements are made from this stone: ashtrays, figurines, key chains, small vases.

Jewelers in each product try to reveal as much as possible the pattern that was created by nature itself. Unique designs, symbols, seals and coats of arms are created on cabochons.

Areas of use

The fashion for heliotrope has never gone away. It was celebrated both in the Middle Ages and in modern times. Due to the fact that the material is hard and at the same time easy to process, carvers loved it. Signet rings, tiles, amulet and much more were made from the mineral.

Nowadays, heliotrope is a stone that is primarily useful for:

• Jewelers who make earrings, beads, cameos, and bracelets from it. The most valued, of course, are the ancient samples with their noble colors.
• Priests and other church officials. It is used in vestments, bindings for holy books, icon frames, and for decorating churches.
• Stone carvers who love heliotrope as an ornamental material. It makes especially good figurines and small seals.
• Magicians who highly value amulets and talismans made from Stefan's stone.

The oldest jewelry made from bloody jasper is hundreds of years old. Often, a treasured heliotrope ring or bracelet was passed down from generation to generation. The best specimens of the stone are very expensive and are kept in museums and private collections around the world.

How to care for products with heliotrope?

Despite the fact that the stone is quite hard, it must be stored in special boxes where it will be protected from mechanical damage.

Mechanical stress can lead to loss of its original appearance.

Cleaning and care rules:

1. Items should be washed in a mild soap solution or with shampoo made from natural ingredients.
2. After thorough rinsing, the product must be passed through a stream of clean water.
3. Jewelry and talismans should be wiped with light touches of a soft cloth.
4. Do not rub the stone with napkins.

It is also necessary to remember that any household chemicals can damage the outer layer of jewelry and reduce its pearlescent shine.

The stone is also susceptible to sudden temperature changes, so it is not recommended to wear it when visiting a bathhouse or sauna. The gem may chip, crack or become cloudy.

In order to refresh a slightly tarnished stone, it is recommended to rinse it in a solution of water and ammonia. To prepare the solution, just dilute one teaspoon of ammonia in a glass of water.

Main conclusions

Natural heliotrope has a bright appearance. It combines dark green and red shades, while the presence of stripes and inclusions on the stones is always different. The mineral has a rich history - since ancient times it has been used by magicians and was highly valued by jewelers and clergy. Main properties of the stone:

• heals the body and saturates it with energy, improves the functioning of the circulatory system;
• helps to recover from illnesses and protects against negative influences from the outside;
• gives determination and perseverance in achieving what is planned, develops leadership abilities;
• natural stone can be used in meditative practices, as a powerful talisman and amulet.

A natural mineral requires proper use and combination with other minerals. To increase the life of your jewelry, do not expose it to mechanical stress and periodically clean it in soapy water.

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How to distinguish real heliotrope from a fake?

They rarely attempt to counterfeit this stone. This semi-precious breed is not very popular, its prices are low, and the number of goods presented is quite enough to satisfy existing demands. But, in order to protect yourself from counterfeiting, you need to remember the following main points:

The original gem has a hard surface. A fake, on the contrary, can be easily scratched with a regular needle.

Bloodstone is not afraid of high temperatures, so to make sure that the stone is real, you need to heat the needle and try to pierce the stone with it. If the attempt was successful, we can say with confidence that this is a fake.

Heliotrope is often confused with green jasper. In this case, the stones can only be distinguished from each other using a microscope. The gem consists of chalcedony, which has a fibrous structure. This is its fundamental difference from jasper, which has a fine-grained structure.

Price

Heliotrope is a semi-precious stone, its price is low; even a not very wealthy person can purchase the mineral.

The cost of a stone ranges from 100 rubles to several thousand , depending on the size of the specimen.

Examples of prices in Russian online stores:

• tumbling (1.5 x 2 cm) - 50 rub. ;
• pendant - 150 rub. ;
• round pendant with hole - 170 rub. ;
• pendant - 290 rub. ;
• cabochon (54 x 25 x 6 mm) - 350 rub. ;
• bracelet (19 cm; bead diameter 12 cm) — 990 rub.

Which stones can be combined with heliotrope, and which ones are prohibited?

A harmonious combination of this gem is possible with white pearls, turquoise, beryl, agate, emerald, lapis lazuli, alabaster, sapphire, coral, carnelian and amethyst.

Combinations with onyx, obsidian, malachite, sardonyx, and marcasite are considered prohibited.

Questionable combinations arise in combination with rock crystal, garnet, jasper, moonstone, aquamarine, opal, and ruby.

The mineral has a neutral relationship with carnelian and golden topaz.

Detailed description

Heliotrope is a mineral with a long history. It has several names. Among the most common of them is bloody or oriental jasper. Although the stone is called bloody jasper, it is a completely different gem. Essentially, this is the formation of dark green crystals. They are opaque. They are characterized by a waxy, glassy or matte luster.

On the surface of the stone, inclusions of a rich red or orange hue are visible. Their occurrence is due to the presence of iron oxide in the composition.

Interesting Facts

The priests of Ancient Rome and Ancient Greece proclaimed that the stone had magical properties. All the great lords also bowed to him. Jewelry with this gem was discovered by archaeologists in the tombs of rulers who wore jewelry with this amulet, and, fearing his punishment, tried to please him.

Ancient people tried to find a connection between the crystal and the celestial phenomena occurring. For many centuries, it was believed that this gem is capable of attracting bad weather: thunderstorms and rains. According to this belief, stones were boiled and the resulting steam was used to cover the sun.

It is believed that heliotrope has a calming effect on Scorpios, pacifying them and reducing the level of aggressiveness, but one should also take into account the fact that the stone can distract them from their main goal.

In Aries, the stone can cause recklessness, and in Taurus, it can increase stubbornness.

Beads with this stone should be long enough so that they can reach the solar plexus. Brooches with this stone should be attached in the middle of the chest, in the very center of clothing. Jewelry with heliotrope should have a frame made of steel, brass and iron, since it is these metals that can activate the magical properties of the stone.

Healing effect for the body

Heliotrope has healing properties. Lithotherapists use the gem to heal wounds and stop bleeding. Amulets were recommended for warriors to wear back in antiquity, in the Middle Ages. European doctors have learned to treat snake bites using stone ground into powder. It was mixed with honey or red wine, after which the wounds were washed. Heliotrope prevented the poison from spreading, eliminated swelling, and accelerated healing.

Experts now recommend wearing mineral rings or bracelets on both hands to improve blood circulation. Meat agate will also be beneficial for joint diseases. To improve your well-being, apply the jewelry to the affected area 2-3 times daily for 10-15 minutes.

Constantly wearing the stone strengthens the immune system; use during epidemics helps protect against microorganisms and viruses.

Heliotrope has a beneficial effect on the functioning of the urinary system. The outflow of urine is normalized, small stones are released, and pain is reduced. In case of poisoning, the stone helps to quickly get rid of vomiting and diarrhea. The gem has a healing effect for menstrual irregularities and hormonal imbalances in women. It normalizes the level of sugar, cholesterol, red blood cells.

The mineral also improves mood, increases resistance to stress, helps cope with depression and prevent its onset.

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Areas of use

The main area of ​​application of the mineral is jewelry and ornaments. Jewelry, interior items, and church paraphernalia are made from it. A distinctive feature of the products is their low cost.

Zodiac sign

Astrologically, heliotrope is associated with several planets at once: the Moon, Venus and Saturn. Hence its duality: just as it promotes a state of balance in its owner, it can also cause harm; helps achieve goals, but acts exactly the opposite if the owner’s aspirations reach the point of fanaticism.

• For Virgos, Sagittarius and Cancers, heliotrope helps to move up the career ladder and grow as a person, but can interfere with personal happiness.
• For Aries, wearing this stone as an amulet stimulates the birth of new ideas.
• Scorpios need to use the talisman with caution: it will reduce their natural aggressiveness, but can hinder career and sports success.

Astrologers do not recommend wearing it to Aquarius, Leo and Taurus, because... it negatively impacts their lives.

Medicinal properties

Lithotherapists have always considered heliotrope a special healing stone, associating it with blood and its effect on its properties. Thus, the famous 17th century scientist Robert Boyle in his “Essay on the Origin and Power of Precious Stones” mentions one gentleman who was worried about constant nosebleeds. The scientist sent him heliotrope, advising him to wear it as a pendant; and while the patient did this, the disease subsided. But when I took it off, a relapse occurred. At the same time, an incident occurred with a lady who lost consciousness from blood loss and came to her senses only thanks to heliotrope. Boyle concluded that in these cases the bleeding stopped due to the cold surface of the mineral.

Modern lithotherapists note the positive effect of the energy of bloody jasper on the entire body. It is used for:

• treatment of the cardiovascular system;
• saturating tissues with useful elements;
• regulation of metabolism;
• maintaining immunity in case of viral diseases;
• treatment of atherosclerosis;
• relieving menstrual pain;
• cleansing the liver, intestines, bladder;
• improvement of the condition in diseases of the urinary tract, gynecological diseases, intoxication of the body;
• treatment of psychological infertility, depression and nervous tension;
• stopping bleeding, increasing hemoglobin levels;
• restoration of lost strength and consciousness. For this, the mineral is respected by athletes, for whom it helps maintain strength, maintain composure and concentration.

Heliotrope has a calming effect on the owner: eliminates fears, anxiety, and regulates sleep.

Considering the mineral is useful for eye diseases. Its green color has a positive effect on vision and relieves fatigue.

For snake bites, the poison can be neutralized with bloody jasper powder mixed with honey. The same recipe is effective for tumors and purulent abscesses.

Magic properties

From time immemorial, heliotrope was valued as a special stone by alchemists and magicians, who attributed to it the gift of making the sun blood red and causing natural disasters. Damigeron's old treatise notes that it can be used to predict the weather.

In the papyri of Ancient Egypt there is information about the greatest talisman - heliotrope, the owner of which will be able to have everything he wants. The Egyptians endowed him with the ability to open all doors and destroy walls.

Ancient Greek and Roman emperors revered it as a powerful amulet and were in awe of it. There was a belief that if you carve a dove on heliotrope, such a talisman would turn a sick person into a healthy one, out of a cruel person into a soft one, and out of an unhappy person into a happy one.

Medieval magicians tried to strengthen their energy by constantly wearing rings and bracelets with bloody jasper. Alchemists believed that they would understand the Universe with its help, considering the mineral to be a conductor of energy between the Earth and the Cosmos.

In Dante's poem "The Divine Comedy" it is mentioned that the stone can protect against poisoning and grant its owner invisibility.

The Christian Church considered the mineral as a material for decorating and creating church paraphernalia: bowls, vessels, candlesticks, crosses. The favor of the clergy towards the stone was explained by the identification of the red spots on it with the blood of Christ.

Wearing bloody jasper, according to magicians, makes a person more active, energetic, helps to concentrate on overcoming obstacles and solving complex problems; develops abilities in psychology and philosophy, foreign languages, medical sciences.

Those who, with the help of a talisman, decide to gain power and satisfy their ambitions risk losing their minds and losing property.

Heliotrope is not suitable as an amulet for lazy and indecisive people. It promises them only resentment and disappointment.

It is also interesting that the mineral will help only in light magic and good endeavors. If its owner says evil words to an enemy, sends a curse, then it can turn against him. Unknowingly, a person can jinx himself. This is the other side of heliotrope.

Decorations

Jewelers use this semi-precious stone not only to make jewelry, but also to create various items - bowls, boxes, ashtrays, etc. There are several Faberge eggs made from this material. One of the copies with a carved silhouette of the cruiser “Memory of Azov” is kept in the Armory Chamber of the Moscow Kremlin.

The faceted mineral is found in rings, earrings, brooches, and pendants. It looks especially impressive when framed with:

• silver;
• brass;
• gland;
• nickel plated steel.

These metals help enhance its effect.

Products made from bloody jasper are very massive and rough, not for everyone. But they always look impressive.

Among men in the 17th – 19th centuries, large signet rings with a heliotrope insert with a family coat of arms carved on its surface were popular. Such jewelry was carefully kept as a family treasure and passed on by inheritance. The most interesting specimens are in large private collections.

It is recommended to wear a ring with heliotrope on the index or ring finger. The brooch should be located in the center of the chest, and the pendant should be located at the level of the solar plexus.

Such jewelry is not very expensive, with the exception of stones formed in ancient eras.

The price of an ancient mineral increases several times: taking into account the jewelry work and the brand, a set of a necklace and bracelet can cost about $2,000.

Every month the stone needs to be “discharged” and “charged” with energy at least once. To do this, keep it under running cool water, eliminating accumulated negative energy. Then they leave it in direct sunlight, thereby charging it with the energy of the sun.

Household use

Heliotrope itself is not used for domestic purposes. Products made from it are popular. Beautiful and unusual boxes, bowls, vases, ashtrays, figurines look great in the interior. According to the teachings of Feng Shui, this mineral synthesizes the positive energy of growth and vitality. Therefore, it is recommended to keep products made from it in the nursery, office and living room in the southeastern and eastern zones, which are responsible for success and family well-being.