Larger stones raise the question of how much to take at face value, so here is the plain picture for this 26.75 carat bloodstone. In the bloodstone family it is a big piece, which means it is happiest as a statement pendant or a wide-bezel ring rather than a delicate band.

It costs Rs. 5,250, about Rs. 196 per carat. That is lower per carat than our smaller bloodstones, which is normal: rates tend to ease as stones get bigger.

What to look for

In any bloodstone, look at the green body and the spread of red markings. Even distribution looks neat; one heavy patch looks bold. Neither is wrong, so choose by eye. Check the polish for dull spots, and check the edges for chips. Hardness is 6.5 to 7, tough but not scratch-proof.

Treatment is usually minimal in bloodstone, but write to us on WhatsApp and we will pass on what we know about this piece. The reference is GS-000294. The rest of the range is under bloodstone.

Cash on Delivery is available across Pakistan, so you inspect the stone before paying, and returns are accepted within 7 days of delivery. Before you choose, read our bloodstone guide.

This particular stone

This listing is one natural bloodstone with a weight of 26.75 Carat. Its price is Rs. 5,250 — roughly Rs. 196 for each carat. Treatment: treatment not tested. Quote reference GS-000294 when you message us about it. The photographs show this exact stone, so what arrives at your door is the piece you chose on screen.

Above twelve carats you are into collector territory. Pieces this heavy are usually set as pendants or kept loose, and they are prized for the size of rough they came from. If you do set it, choose a bezel or a heavy claw to protect the edges.

On the Mohs scale bloodstone rates 6.5 to 7. That is middle-of-the-road hardness: comfortable in pendants and earrings, and in rings worn with some care. Store it apart from harder stones so it does not pick up scratches, and wipe it with a damp cloth rather than scrubbing.

Whoever you buy bloodstone from, make sure of three things: the stone is natural rather than lab-grown, glass or glass-filled; any treatment is stated in writing; and the weight quoted is the weight of the finished stone. We check every bloodstone for those three points before it is listed, a certificate is available on request, and because you pay on delivery you can look at the stone — or have it tested — before any money changes hands.

We sell natural stones only and inspect each one before it is listed. Treatment for this stone: Treatment not tested. Certificate available on request. As general background (not a statement about this stone): Bloodstone is usually untreated. Ask us on WhatsApp and we will tell you what we know about this exact stone; independent lab testing is available on request.

A certificate of authenticity is available on request for this stone, and independent laboratory testing can be arranged. Because you pay on delivery, you can also take the stone to a lab of your choice within the 7-day return window. Read more on our authenticity page.