Silver
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Preparation Steps
Beat it into the thinnest possible sheets, cut them into small pieces, and place them in an iron ladle over a hot fire until they glow. Cast upon them their weight in mercury and stir them with a piece of pottery. Rub them very thoroughly until the whole is liquefied. [Then] pour water over it until the water comes out clear as you poured it. Place it in a thin cloth and squeeze it.
Original Recipe Text
Beat it into the thinnest possible sheets, cut them into small pieces, and place them in an iron ladle over a hot fire until they glow. Cast upon them their weight in mercury and stir them with a piece of pottery. Rub them very thoroughly until the whole is liquefied. [Then] pour water over it until the water comes out clear as you poured it. Place it in a thin cloth and squeeze it.
Remarks
A recipe for silver ink using mercury.
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Material Type
ink
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