Magic Merch
Description: Vitriol, also known as sulfuric acid, was a powerful chemical substance that was used in alchemy as a solvent and a purifying agent. It was believed to have transformative properties, both in the physical and spiritual realms.The final part of the Vitriol acronym, "Occultum Lapidem," means "hidden stone." It refers to the Philosophers' Stone, the mythical substance that was believed to have transformative powers and was the ultimate goal of alchemical transmutation.
Description: The philosophers stone in the middle which represents enlightenment, and perfection in alchemy. The stone is then surrounded by the three primes, namely sulfur (symbolizing the mind), mercury (the spirit) and salt (the body). The outer circles are: Copper (symbol embodies such characteristics as love, balance, beauty, and artistic creativity.), silver (associated with the moon, holds attributes of intuition, inner wisdom, and contemplation. ), gold (represents perfection in all matter, on any level) , iron (represents a need to temper primal urges), antimony (represents animal tendencies found in humankind – a wild nature in all of us) and tin (philosophically viewed as the breath of life.)
Description: Rebis. Digital illustration of the sixth woodcut from the book - The Azoth of Philosophers. Written by German alchemist Basil Valentine. Published in 1613. The Rebis (from the Latin res bina, meaning dual or double matter) is the end product of the alchemical magnum opus or great work.
Description: The triple moon is a Goddess symbol that represents the Maiden, Mother, and Crone as the waxing, full, and waning moon. It is also associated with feminine energy, mystery and psychic abilities. You often see this symbol on crowns or other head-pieces, particularly worn by High Priestesses. The Maiden represents enchantment, inception, expansion, the female principle, the promise of new beginnings, youth, excitement, and a carefree erotic aura. The Mother represents ripeness, fertility, fulfillment, stability, and power. The Crone represents wisdom, repose, and compassion.
