/r/alchemy/

r/alchemy

55k members
r/alchemy is a subreddit with 55k members. The community frequently discusses alchemy, symbols, symbol, transmutation, and philosopher's stone, and the most common flair used is general discussion, spiritual alchemy, operative alchemy, original content, and art/imagery/symbolism.
This subreddit is dedicated to the subject of alchemy, in all its diverse manifestations. Whether you're a practitioner, an enthusiast, or simply someone curious and confused, this is a place for learning about and engaging with one of the most fascinating disciplines in human history.

Popular Topics in r/alchemy

#1

Alchemy

62 posts
#2

Symbols

15 posts
#3

Symbol

12 posts
#4

Transmutation

7 posts
#5

Philosopher's Stone

5 posts
#6

Jung

4 posts
#7

Tattoo

4 posts
#8

Books

4 posts
#9

Transmutations

4 posts
#10

Hermetic

3 posts

Flair Used in r/alchemy

#1
General Discussion
: "Why is there not a Fourth Prime?"
77 posts
#2
Spiritual Alchemy
: "What If sound Is the prima materia?"
32 posts
#3
Operative Alchemy
: "Behold the GREEN DRAGON"
31 posts
#4
Original Content
: "original recreation of an alchemical art piece from the 16th century"
16 posts
#5
Art/Imagery/Symbolism
: "Illustration from the Anonymous Alchemical Text "The Vessels of Hermes" (1700)"
14 posts
#6
Meme
: "🌞"
6 posts
#7
Historical Discussion
: "Antique distillation apparatus & retort"
6 posts
#8
META
: "What is this subreddit about?"
2 posts
#9
Contains AI Imagery
: "The Emerald Tablet - As Above So Below | Epic Symphonic Power Metal Anthem"
1 post

Member Growth in r/alchemy

Yearly
+8k members(16.8%)

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Last updated: August 29, 2026