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The philosopher's stone is a legend. It was considered to be an alchemical substance that could change any substance to gold and even exude the elixir of life - the one which could make a person immortal. It was sought after by many alchemists in the medieval times. However, the existence of such a stone is a mere legend.

It has been mentioned in various literary and entertainment works. For example, Harry Potter and the Philosopher's Stone, The Alchemist, Fullmetal Alchemist, etc.

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Difference between sorcerers stone and philosophers stone?

There is not a difference besides the fact that throughout the series they either reference the sorcerers or philosophers stone. The philosophers stone is British and the sorcerers is American. Other than that, there is no difference.


In medieval times who was most likely to search for the Philosophers' Stone?

It was generally European and middle eastern alchemists who searched for the stone. However, there were also a number of other people who sought after the stone, including magicians, noblemen, kings and quite obviously, philosophers. One of the most notable noblemen to search for the Philosophers' Stone was Rudolf the second, Emperor of the Holy Roman Empire. He hired quite literally hundreds of alchemists and various occult practitioners from dozens of nations in order to attempt to secure the prize, including the famed John Dee and Edward Kelley.


Is there a philosopher's stone that alchemists believed in?

the philosopher's stone (Latin: lapis philosophorum; Greek: chrysopoeia) is a legendary substance, supposedly capable of turning inexpensive metals into gold; it was also sometimes believed to be an elixir of life, useful for rejuvenation and possibly for achieving immortality. For a long time, it was the most sought-after goal in Western alchemy. In the view of spiritual alchemy, making the philosopher's stone would bring enlightenment upon the maker and conclude the Great Work.[1]Yes there is a philosophers stone, it is carried in the platypuses pouch! by Natalie.O There is no philosophers stone in a platypuse pouch, what also supports my state is that you didnt spell philosopher right. the philosophers stone is from HARRY POTTER and the PHILOSOPHERS STONE


How long can a horse live with a philosophers stone on Howrse?

In the online game Howrse, a horse with a Philosopher's Stone item can live up to 25 years longer than its natural life span, which varies depending on the breed. The Philosopher's Stone extends the horse's life span, allowing players to keep their horses alive and healthy for a longer period in the game.


What vault contains the philosophers stone?

The Philosopher's Stone is said to be hidden in vault 713 in Gringotts Wizarding Bank in the Harry Potter series. However, this vault is just rumored to hold the stone and its true location remains a mystery.