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Alchemical symbol representing the transmutation of base metal into silver and gold, 1652. Artist: Unknown

Alchemical symbol representing the transmutation of base metal into silver and gold, 1652. Artist: Unknown

1-157-030 - Ann Ronan Picture Library/Heritage-Images

Alchemical symbol representing the transmutation of base metal into silver and gold, 1652. The transmutation of base metal (Earth at bottom) into gold (Sun) and silver (Moon) through the agency of the dragon (mercury - volatility). From Theatrum Chemicum Britannicum by Elias Ashmole. (London, 1652).

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  1. Unknown, attributed to: :
People Related
  1. Elias Ashmole: British; English: Antiquary, alchemist
Medium
  1. Woodcut
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Pixel Dimensions (W x H) : 4307x2434
File Size : 30,713kb

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  1. 002873
  1. 002873
  1. 0390003818
  1. 1-157-030
  1. 1157030
  1. 3818
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