03/09/2022
Ithmid (Antimony)
The ithmid is the black or red kohl stone.
The best types of ithmid is that which fragmentizes quickly and which has shiny morsels. Also, the interior of the ithmid is polished and dose not contain any impurities.
The kohl tends to be cold and dry and it is beneficial to the eye in that it strengthens it and also strengthens the eye nerve. Ithmid dissolves excess flesh around ulcers and closes the wound while cleansing the area around them.
Ithmid also relieves headaches when it is blended with pure watery (not thick) honey. When ithmid is ground and mixed with tender fat and then used as a bandage over fire burns, it prevents blisters from appearing and also helps cure the skin damage that occurs in cases of burns by fire.
Ithmid is the best type of kohl used for the eye, especially for old people whose eyesight has weakened.
