Thursday, March 14, 2013

Information about Bloodstone - The Official March Birth Stone

By Olivia Rekos


March born people are either Pisceans or Aries by zodiac signs. If your birthday falls in the initial fourteen days of the month (that is within February 19th to March 20th), you'll acquire more of Piscean qualities whereas the individuals who were born in the later part (which is from March 21st to April 20th) they get the traits of Aries. Astrologically, each month and all sorts of 12 zodiac sings have an official birthstone that convey good luck and wealth to the bearers. Within the next handful of paragraphs, we shall learn about March birthstone, with special focus to the gemstone specified to the Aries.

Before proceeding ahead, let us get a brief overview of the Pisces birthstone.

Official Birthstone of Pisceans:

The official birthstone of Pisceans is Aquamarine, that is a light blue or greenish blue colored form of Beryl (Beryllium Aluminum Cyclo-silicate compound). The phrase has been derived from 2 Latin words-Aqua (meaning water) plus Marine (ocean). This gemstone bears the similar shade as that of standing oceans and brings peace to the users. It is actually worn to make sure safe journey and also higher mental control. The stone provides positive energy and reinforces the plus points of Pisceans.

The Official Birthstone For Aries:

Aries is the first and also the most influential zodiac sign in astrology. Although people born under the sign of Aries, have some traits that is similar to all other zodiacs yet, they have a very power personality of their own. Aries are not just leaders but goal oriented, diligent, self-centered, aggressive, passionate and competitive by nature. Mars (the traditional god of war and weapons) is the ruling planet of Aries. Hence, it yields unmanageable energy for the bearers. This energy has both positive and negative aspects to it.

Since spring marks the beginning of Aries period hence, the folks born under this sign are exposed to new but safe changes and matters in life. Ram, a belligerent cattle member represents Aries. It is known as the official March birth symbol.

Bloodstone, the state birthstone for March is also recognized as a lucky stone for Aries.

A short Overview of Bloodstones:

Blood jasper, bloodstones or heliotrope are synonyms for one and the similar stone. It's a green opaque stone having red flecks or distinct crimson intrusions (made of iron oxide) which are similar to blood drops. The stone is cryptocrystalline compound made from silica containing minute grains of Moganite and quarts as well. Since red is the official March birthstone color, therefore existence of red lines on the stone offer it a wax like luster. This gemstone is furnished with recovery properties and cures blood diseases.

Historical Past:

Bloodstone is a famous gemstone in Christian myths. Christians believed that the crucifixion of Jesus took place on a jasper stone tablet. When His holy blood spilled over the stone, it seeped down the surface and thus, the stone get its magical healing properties. However, modern Christians see it denoting suffering and flagellation.

Attributes:

This genuine Aries birthstone is found in underwater deposits of streams and rivers. India is the largest producer and distributor of gems however it is sent to Cambay for cutting and polishing. Other minor deposits are found in Brazil, Australia, China, United States, Madagascar and Western Scotland.

Chemical Properties:

Bloodstone is soft and fragile naturally therefore prolonged exposure to bright sunlight, daily scratches or heat can badly affect its brilliance and surface.

Applications:

Herbalist make use of this traditional March birthstone for alternative recovery although science doesn't support this idea. Besides this, the stone can be used for manufacturing low-cost beads, necklaces, pendants rings, ornamental knife handles, rock collections and seals. The renowned Marty's Stone of Louvre has bloodstone contained in it.

Other Beneficial Qualities Of The Stone:

Ancient Babylonians believed that bloodstone had magical therapeutic powers therefore it was utilized as an aphrodisiac by a few people. The gemstones eliminate blockages in the energy chakra, stimulates it and facilitates the movement of Kundalini or spiral energy up the spinal cord. The stone cleans the body off impurities and generates positive energy. It reduces fevers, prevents miscarriages, cures tumors and heals inflamation related illness.

Hence ancient Greeks and Romans carried it around to make sure proper flow of blood in the body and to cure wounds. The gemstones treat anemia and treat the disorders of liver, kidney plus bladder. The stone ensures pain-free childbirth, detoxes liver, neutralizes toxins, eases spleen, activates defense mechanisms, reduces infections and lowers pus formation. The superb brilliance of this March birth stone gradually vanishes when it comes in contact with body fluids like sweat, saliva and blood. This property indicates that the stone is working just fine.

Additional Characteristics:

- Bloodstone is symbolic of generosity, harmony, integrity, benevolence and peace therefore it eases regression, arrogance, selfishness and violent nature of the Aries.

- Bloodstone helps make the bearer open to charity without being haunted by feelings of suspicion or guilt.

- Blood stone can be used for healing base chakra because it induces strength and courage in the owner and grants him the opportunity to cope with stress.

Mystical Significance:

Several books according to magic and science of healing declare that bloodstone is used for casting invisibility spells particularly when the sorcerers, magicians and witches wish to maintain their low profile. Unlike this, bloodstone also wards off evil, prevents nightmares and retains spirit away hence, historic Babylonian kept the Aries birthstone in cribs or underneath the pillows of babies to give protection.

The stone is considered to steer the dreamers safely through the subconscious realm, makes their astral travel successful and wards off succubus that lure teenagers into sinful relations (as mentioned in myths). Experts of paranormal science use this stone for contacting passive spirits driving higher realms, ancestral spirits and positive supernatural powers.

Final thoughts:

Taking into consideration the qualities of Aries, this stone certainly brings luck in their lives. The stone increases their wealth, ensures profits running a business, enhances their luck and heals their emotional and physical issues.

There are plenty other properties which will make the March birthstone special and different from other gemstones. In order to learn more about this stone, please check our website, consult an astrologer or search for a book on astrology and gemstones.




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