Sylvia RoseOct 122 min readMolybdochalkos: Nigredo Black Lead of MariaMolybdochalkos is a blend of copper and lead. It's the standard metal used in the kerotakis, an alchemical creation attributed to Maria...
Sylvia RoseOct 62 min readKerotakis: Ancient Alchemical EquipmentThe kerotakis (Greek: κυροτακίς) is an ancient alchemical apparatus of multiple purposes, primarily heating substances and collecting...
Sylvia RoseOct 54 min readAlchemy & the Magnum Opus - Black White Yellow RedThe Magnum Opus or Great Work is the goal of alchemists. From ancient Alexandria and the wisdom of Maria the Prophetess comes a color...
Sylvia RoseSep 155 min readWhite Herb of Maria: Ancient Alchemy SecretsMaria or Mary the Jewess c. 100 AD is considered the first true alchemist. In her works she mentions a clear white herb growing on small...
Sylvia RoseSep 124 min readGold-Making of Maria: Tetrasomia Four MetalsKnown as the first true alchemist, Mary or Maria the Jewess is active in Alexandria c. 100 AD. Her work survives through commentaries...
Sylvia RoseSep 116 min readMary the Jewess: Gold-Making & the Philosophers' StoneMary the Jewess appears on the scene in vibrant Alexandria on the sparkling Mediterranean in c. first century AD. Educated, well-spoken,...