Hennig Brand & Philosopher's Stone (jan 1, 1669 – may 21, 1669)
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In 1669 German merchant and amateur alchemist Hennig Brand attempted to create a Philosopher’s Stone; an object that supposedly could turn metals into pure gold. He heated residues from boiled urine, and a liquid dropped out and burst into flames. This was the first discovery of phosphorus.
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