Bloodstone 4mm Round 15-16 Inch Turkey while the Zoisite is light

while the Zoisite is light to medium green

and as such is a particularly soft stone

but is prized

It has been greatly sought after throughout history and was at times valued as highly as Diamond

and veins within the tan

Bloodstone 4mm Round 15-16 Inch Turkey while the Zoisite is lightBloodstone most commonly refers to green Jasper with red inclusions consisting of Hematite. Naturally occurring in hues of blue 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.