History of Technology in India, Vol. I: From Antiquity to c. 1200 A.D. v1.c18.s4.t2.17

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1. Divya Rasāyogas (Rṇv.T. 12/248-251) This is a compound of Gold, Mica and Mercury which after certain treatments is advised for internal use to prolong life in men. The urine, stool and sweats of the man who uses this compound develops the power of transforming Copper into Gold.