Collection: Alchemy

Alchemy is the precursor to modern-day chemistry, philosophy and scientific method. However, they continued, at the same time, to place importance upon ancient elemental notions, as well as magic, esotericism, and mythology. For centuries, alchemists performed experiments, attempting to turn base metals, such as lead, into gold. They sought to develop an elixir that would grant immortality or eternal life, as well as a cure-all medicinal panacea. Famously, alchemists attempted to create a ‘philosopher’s stone’ in order to achieve these aims. 

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