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  1. philosopher's stone, philosophers' stone, elixirnoun

    hypothetical substance that the alchemists believed to be capable of changing base metals into gold

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  1. philosophers' stone

    The philosophers' stone is a legendary substance in alchemy, supposedly capable of turning base metals into precious ones, particularly gold. It was also believed to be a cure for all diseases and a means of achieving immortality. The search for the philosophers' stone was the most sought-after goal in alchemy, symbolizing the journey of self-improvement and self-understanding.

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  1. Chaldean Numerology

    The numerical value of philosophers' stone in Chaldean Numerology is: 9

  2. Pythagorean Numerology

    The numerical value of philosophers' stone in Pythagorean Numerology is: 8

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