@maddiemassy: Liquid gold was sometimes prescribed for illnesses and as an anti-ageing remedy in 16th century Europe… But it’s not as glamorous as you’d imagine. Refs: Mejia, 2018, ‘Drinking gold was a grisly anti-ageing trend of 16th-century France’ Simmons, 2006, ‘Bring back ether’ #pseudoscience #ancientmedicine #alchemy #apothecary

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Baroquen Hearts 🦘 :
I'm reminded of the story of Cleopatra wagering with Mark Antony about who could host the most expensive feast. Cleopatra dissolved her priceless pearl earring in vinegar and drank it, winning the bet
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