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Signet Of Elegance - Vintage 8K Gold Bloodstone Gentleman's Ring. This wonderful ring is crafted from 8K gold, hallmarked 333 for 8K gold, and a makers mark LN. Featuring one genuine oval cut cabochon bloodstone, classic styling, and quality craftsmanship. The gallery on this ring boasts an expertly bezel-set  beautiful polished green and red bloodstone. The shoulders have a slight taper, which lead down to a smooth and polished shank, which allows for a comfortable fit, and easy sizing. The vintage ring exudes class and elegance, truly a ring to be enjoyed for many years to come.

Bloodstone is an ancient gem material that was used by the Babylonians (pre-539 BC) to make amulets and talismans with healing properties. The Ancient Egyptians believed bloodstone could make an individual stronger and more stealthy in battle, maybe even invisible to their enemies.

A stone of courage, purification, and noble sacrifice, the bloodstone has a long history of use for its healing properties. It was considered a somewhat magical stone because of its ability to transmute negative energy and purify a space while protecting it at the same time.

Bloodstone is an excellent blood cleanser and a powerful healing stone. It heightens intuition and increases creativity. It is grounding and protecting. Bloodstone draws off negative environmental energy, helping to overcome influences such as geopathic or electromagnetic stress.

Legend says bloodstone was formed when drops of Christ's blood fell and stained some jasper at the foot of the cross. For this reason, it is said to have special powers. Medieval Christians used to carve scenes of the crucifixion of martyrs into bloodstone; therefore they referred to bloodstone as the martyr's stone. There is a very famous bloodstone at the Louvre museum in Paris- it is carved with the seal of the German Emperor Rudolf II. 

Where is Bloodstone Found? Most bloodstone in the marketplace today is from India. However, the bloodstone birthstone also comes from parts of Brazil, Australia, China and the United States, among other countries.

Gold was generally used for a couple thousand years solely to create things such as jewelry and idols for worship. This was until around 1500 BC when the ancient empire of Egypt, which benefited greatly from its gold-bearing region, Nubia, made gold the first official medium of exchange for international trade.

Measurements: Face of the ring 19.00 mm  x 16.00 mm 

Stone size: Bloodstone 16.00 mm x 12.00 mm 

Weight: 5.70 grams 

Ring Size: 11

Condition: Excellent  

Origin: Greece 

Date: Circa 1960