Dragon Blood Jasper
Quartz (variety Jasper) with Epidote and Piedmontite · Semi-Precious Gemstone / Decorative Stone
Crystal System
Trigonal/Microcrystalline; massive habit with no visible crystal faces in tumbled form.
Mineral Group
Silicates (Tectosilicate group)
Chemical Formula
SiO2 (Silicon Dioxide) with Ca2(Al,Fe)3(SiO4)3(OH) and Mn3+ inclusions
Formation Process
Sedimentary/Metamorphic; forms from the silicification of fine-grained minerals where iron and manganese oxides create red patterns within a lighter matrix.
About This Crystal
A polished, opaque gemstone featuring a deep maroon or 'dried blood' red matrix with distinctive fibrous or streaked white-to-light-pink inclusions. It possesses a vitreous to waxy luster.
Physical Characteristics
Color: Deep red/maroon with white streaks; Streak: White; Cleavage: None; Fracture: Conchoidal; Specific Gravity: 2.58–2.91; Fluorescence: Generally inert.
Optical Properties
Refractive Index: 1.544–1.553; Birefringence: None (aggregate); Pleochroism: None; Optical Character: Opaque.
Hardness & Durability
Origin Region
Western Australia (notably the Turee Creek area) and South Africa.
Hardness & Durability
Mohs Hardness: 6.5–7; Toughness: High (very durable due to microcrystalline structure); Stability: Stable under normal light and heat.
Care & Maintenance
Clean with warm soapy water and a soft cloth; avoid harsh chemicals like hydrofluoric acid; safe for ultrasonic cleaners but manual cleaning is preferred.
Rarity & Value
Common; relatively inexpensive and valued based on the contrast of the 'blood' red patterns. Frequently sold as tumbled stones or cabochons.
Special Characteristics
Features characteristic 'brecciated' or fibrous patterns caused by the structural arrangement of quartz and iron/manganese oxide minerals.
Lore & History
Commonly associated with strength, courage, and vitality in modern lore. Legendarily linked to the 'blood of dragons' in folk traditions, it is often tied to the Root and Heart chakras.