African Blood Stone 6mm Round - 15-16 Inch 2-3mm The shell is often found

The shell is often found naturally polished with a green or brown spiral on one side and a white "eye" on the other

It has been mistaken for ruby and sapphire at times

This makes sapphires very durable and scratch-resistant

uvarovite and andradite

African Blood Stone 6mm Round - 15-16 Inch 2-3mm The shell is often foundBloodstone most commonly refers to green Jasper with red inclusions consisting of Hematite. Naturally occuring in hues of blue to green to green with spots and streaks of red, Bloodstone was known in antiquity as Heliotrope, the Sun Stone. It has been treasured for its beauty throughout history and used extensively for adornment in jewelry as well as works of art.