Historical salting formula charts

The amount of different formulas in the literature and the range of amounts is somewhat confusing to say the least, so I am only including this compilation of about 160 formulas for historical, or other, interest. I have highlighted my favorites. If you feel inclined to experiment, the directions for mixing each of these salting solutions will be exactly like the directions already outlined in this chapter.

Where a number is in red italics, it is to be in substitution of the other salt or citrate given. For example, if the formula calls for 23 g ammonium chloride and 46 g barium chloride marked in red, use either ammonium or barium salts. The range of silver ...

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