Take away 3 protons from the nucleus of lead and an appropriate number of neutrons (depending on isotope desired).
Alchemists in the Middle Ages and Renaissance attempted to transform base metals like lead into gold through a process called transmutation. Their efforts were fueled by the belief that achieving this transformation would lead to great wealth and wisdom. However, these attempts were unsuccessful as gold cannot be created from other elements using alchemical methods.
Alchemists believed they could transform iron into gold through a process called transmutation. Lead was also considered a common base metal that alchemists attempted to transmute into a more noble metal like gold. However, these claims were never scientifically proven and were considered mystical practices.
the chemical structure is just to different, gold (AU) and lead (Pb) have different electrons and neutrons so it would have to be changed on the sub atomic level. it'd be cool though :D
The Englishman in "The Alchemist" was unable to transform lead to gold because of his lack of understanding of the personal transformation and spiritual growth required to achieve the alchemical goal. He was focused solely on the physical result, overlooking the importance of inner development.
Transmutation of lead into gold isn't just theoretically possible - it has been achieved! There are reports that Glenn Seaborg, 1951 Nobel Laureate in Chemistry, succeeded in transmuting a minute quantity of lead (possibly en route from bismuth, in 1980) into gold.
The alchemists wanted to transform iron into gold.
King Midas
If you work hard, you can Transform. To transform you need to diet and exercise.
Alchemists believed they could transform base metals like lead into gold through a process called transmutation. They also sought to create a substance called the Philosopher's Stone, which was thought to have the power to transmute base metals into gold. Ultimately, these beliefs were not scientifically valid and alchemy as a practice has been discredited.
There is no process to make gold out of lead.
Lead is heavier than gold. Gold has a density of 19.3 g/cm3, while lead has a density of 11.3 g/cm3.
They kiss their gold pendent and transform!