Dragon Blood
A variety of Minerals
What is Dragon Blood?
Dragon Blood is not a scientific classification of stone, but rather the commercial name of the particular Bloodstone (a green to dark-green variety of chalcedony with spots of Red Jasper) mined in Western Australia. The material is regularly cut into many shapes including cabochons and beads for jewelry and various decorative art objects.
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Market Value Factors
Pricing varies for every rock and mineral, so use these universal factors to gauge Dragon Blood before comparing listings or appraisals.
Size & Weight
Larger, intact specimens usually command higher prices.
Rarity & Demand
Scarce material or popular varieties sell at a premium.
Condition & Finish
Chips, repairs, and heavy wear lower value; clean prep helps.
Treatment & Provenance
Untreated specimens with documented locality are prized.
Dragon Blood Localities Map
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Key Characteristics
Formation of Dragon Blood
Dragon's blood is a bright red resin which is obtained from different species of a number of distinct plant genera: Croton, Dracaena, Daemonorops, Calamus rotang and Pterocarpus. It is gathered by breaking off the layer of red resin encasing the unripe fruit of the rattan. The collected resin is then rolled into solid balls before being sold.
Quick Facts
Physical Properties
- Color
- Green, red
- Hardness (Mohs)
- 6 - 7
- Density
- 2.4 - 3 g/cm³
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Dragon Blood FAQs
How do I identify Dragon Blood?
Dragon Blood can be identified by its hardness of 6 - 7 on the Mohs scale, Green color. Look for these key characteristics when examining specimens.
What color is Dragon Blood?
Dragon Blood typically appears in Green, red. Color can vary depending on impurities and formation conditions.
How hard is Dragon Blood?
Dragon Blood has a hardness of 6 - 7 on the Mohs scale. This gives it moderate hardness.
What is the formation of dragon blood of Dragon Blood?
Dragon's blood is a bright red resin which is obtained from different species of a number of distinct plant genera: Croton, Dracaena, Daemonorops, Calamus rotang and Pterocarpus. It is gathered by breaking off the layer of red resin encasing the unripe fruit of the rattan. The collected resin is then rolled into solid balls before being sold.
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