Nitric Acid Collection

Nitric acid manufacturing
5312108 Nitric acid manufacturing; (add.info.: Engraving depicting nitric acid manufacturing using cast iron cylinders in a furnace)

Nitric acid manufacturing
5312109 Nitric acid manufacturing; (add.info.: Engraving depicting nitric acid manufacturing using cast iron cylinders in a furnace)

The Reading, 1850
3478142 The Reading, 1850; (add.info.: Aquatint titled The Reading depicting three generations listening to a reading from the family bible)

All kinds of crystallization (coloured engraving)
997600 All kinds of crystallization (coloured engraving) by German School, (19th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: From A Bilderbuch fAor KinderA (Picture Book for Children) 1790-1830

Distillation of Nitric Acid, 1683. Also known as Aqua Fortis or Parting Acid, nitric acid was widely used in the refining and assaying of metals

Athanor or Slow Harry, a self-feeding furnace maintaining a constant temperature, 1683. Centre: 1) Athanor or Slow Harry ; 2) side chambers containing reagents; 3) glass receivers

Distillation of nitric acid (Aqua fortis or parting acid) in an iron man with two noses, 1689. From Philio-Chemico-Medicus by Christopher Packe (1689)

Alchemical symbols, 18th century C013 / 5275
Alchemical symbols. 18th-century listing of characters and symbols used by alchemists to represent chemicals, elements, and other objects and processes

Invisible writing, 19th century
Invisible writing. Etching of invisible writing being carried out using sodium hypochlorite (then known as Javelle water or Javel water), an alkaline disinfectant more commonly known as bleach

Nitric acid molecule
Nitric acid. Computer model of a molecule of nitric acid. This is a strong acid, which means that it is highly dissociated when dissolved in aqueous solution

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Discover the intriguing history of nitric acid, a versatile and essential compound in various industries. From its early crystallization in engraved works of the 18th century, to the groundbreaking distillation methods of 1683 using an Athanor furnace, nitric acid's story is a fascinating blend of science and art. The iconic image of an iron man with two noses, representing the distillation process in 1689, is just one of its many intriguing representations. Fast forward to the 19th century, where nitric acid was a crucial component in the production of explosives, as seen in the Nobel Explosives Company Limited. Delve deeper into its molecular structure, a complex dance of nitrogen and oxygen atoms, and uncover the hidden world of invisible writing that uses nitric acid as a key ingredient. Join us on this captivating journey through time, as we explore the many facets of nitric acid, from its historical significance to its modern-day applications.