Collection of Alchemical Treatises

On dissolution The process of dissolving a solid substance into a liquid state, the first step in many alchemical operations. . . . 21 verso
On putrefaction A stage of decomposition, often associated with the "blackness" or nigredo phase. . . . 22 verso
On the separation of the elements . . . 23.
Composition and fixation Fixation refers to making a volatile substance stable and resistant to fire. . . . 24 verso
On inceration The process of softening a substance until it has the consistency of wax. . . . 28 verso
On projection The final stage of transmutation, where the "Stone" is cast upon base metals to transform them. . . . 29 verso
On Multiplication Increasing the power or quantity of the alchemical medicine. 31.
Of the second order of natural philosophy 34
Of the Third order of natural philosophy 37.

Of lamp fires Refers to the use of constant, gentle heat sources for long-term digestion. . . . 42 verso
Of the great Mercurial Water of the Philosophers A reference to the "Universal Solvent" or the specialized mercury used by alchemists. . . . 47.

2nd Treatise: On the Precious Pearl, or of potable gold Potable gold (aurum potabile) was a legendary liquid medicine believed to grant longevity. . . . 55.
Operations for making potable gold . . . 60.
3rd Treatise: On Remedies with potable gold . . . 79.