Rhodochrosite is also known by the name Inca Rose.

The ancient Andean Indians believed that Rhodochrosite was the blood of their former rulers that was turned into stone.

Rhodochrosite is prized as a gemstone of love. Rhodochrosite is thought to draw love to oneself. It helps the bearer improve self-love, gentleness, tolerance, and forgiveness. Rhodochrosite is very beneficial in friendships.

Rhodochrosite is an important gemstone in opening a closed Heart Chakra (4th Chakra).

Rhodochrosite is the gem for Change. It allows the bearer to gain confidence while making desired changes. It is very supportive. One can make large changes very quickly with this stone.

For most of us, it is very difficult to embrace changes. We hate it and we hate the uncertainty that comes with it. This fear of change prompts many people to stay at their dull job for the rest of their life.

However, as much as we hate it, change is inevitable in our lives. Sometimes we go out and find it. Sometimes, it finds us instead. Rhodochrosite welcomes all change. It urges us to pay attention to our hearts and those things we hunger for. It brings out the adventuresome qualities in us. It gives us new chances. When change calls to you or falls into your life, Rhodochrosite can help you open your arms and embrace it.

The healing powers of Rhodochrosite can be taken advantage of by using it to increase love on all levels, including the physical. It is thought to help bring balance and purify in love.

Rhodochrosite is a de-stresser. Healers use Rhodochrosite to cleanse the aura.