{"title":"Antique \u0026 Vintage Bloodstone Jewellery","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"495\" data-end=\"888\"\u003eExplore the mystique of \u003cstrong data-start=\"578\" data-end=\"592\"\u003ebloodstone\u003c\/strong\u003e, one of the most ancient and symbolic gemstones, in our collection of \u003cstrong data-start=\"663\" data-end=\"707\"\u003eantique and vintage bloodstone jewellery\u003c\/strong\u003e. Recognised by its deep \u003cstrong data-start=\"732\" data-end=\"753\"\u003egreen jasper body\u003c\/strong\u003e speckled with \u003cstrong data-start=\"768\" data-end=\"786\"\u003ered inclusions\u003c\/strong\u003e, bloodstone has been cherished for centuries as a talisman of \u003cstrong data-start=\"849\" data-end=\"885\"\u003ecourage, healing, and protection\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"890\" data-end=\"1240\"\u003eIn \u003cstrong data-start=\"893\" data-end=\"924\"\u003emedieval and Georgian times\u003c\/strong\u003e, bloodstone was believed to have sacred power, said to bear the drops of Christ’s blood — hence its name, the \u003cem data-start=\"1035\" data-end=\"1054\"\u003e“Martyr’s Stone.”\u003c\/em\u003e By the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1062\" data-end=\"1079\"\u003eVictorian era\u003c\/strong\u003e, it became a favourite for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1107\" data-end=\"1135\"\u003egentlemen’s signet rings\u003c\/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong data-start=\"1137\" data-end=\"1146\"\u003eseals\u003c\/strong\u003e, and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1152\" data-end=\"1174\"\u003emourning jewellery\u003c\/strong\u003e, often engraved with crests or mottos of loyalty and endurance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1242\" data-end=\"1439\"\u003eFrom \u003cstrong data-start=\"1247\" data-end=\"1273\"\u003eGeorgian wax-seal fobs\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"1278\" data-end=\"1300\"\u003eVictorian pendants\u003c\/strong\u003e to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1304\" data-end=\"1327\"\u003eEdwardian stickpins\u003c\/strong\u003e, each piece in this collection reflects the strength, symbolism, and deep natural beauty of this storied gem.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1441\" data-end=\"1676\"\u003e✨ Genuine antique \u0026amp; vintage bloodstone jewellery\u003cbr data-start=\"1489\" data-end=\"1492\"\u003e✨ Symbol of courage, faith \u0026amp; protection\u003cbr data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1534\"\u003e✨ Georgian, Victorian \u0026amp; Edwardian designs\u003cbr data-start=\"1575\" data-end=\"1578\"\u003e✨ Free UK \u0026amp; worldwide insured delivery\u003cbr data-start=\"1616\" data-end=\"1619\"\u003e✨ Presented in our signature Parkin \u0026amp; Gerrish packaging\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1678\" data-end=\"1801\"\u003eDiscover the \u003cstrong data-start=\"1691\" data-end=\"1735\"\u003epower and beauty of bloodstone jewellery\u003c\/strong\u003e — timeless heirlooms that embody history, faith, and fortitude.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"victorian-gold-tie-pin-with-a-bloodstone","title":"Victorian Gold Tie Pin with a Bloodstone","description":"\u003cp\u003eA tie pin with a bloodstone in the shape of a sphere. 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In the Regency times, even something as mundane as a watch key was given careful  thought and consideration. The design turns the key into a decorative jewel. Bring out the Pride - but perhaps not the Prejudice - in you!\u003c\/span\u003e","brand":"Parkin and Gerrish","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":39788094390411,"sku":"198N","price":0.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0373\/3428\/6475\/products\/regency-gold-cased-watch-key-with-bloodstone-and-amethyst-paste-parkin-and-gerrish-antique-vintage-jewellery-261456.jpg?v=1752099184"},{"product_id":"victorian-15ct-gold-masonic-signet-ring-with-a-bloodstone","title":"Victorian 15ct Gold Masonic Signet Ring with a Bloodstone","description":"\u003cp\u003eThis impressive Victorian signet ring is a great size and shape. It was assayed in Birmingham in 1866. The central engraved bloodstone is enriched with a gadroon border, and the shoulders are equally decorative. 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