Astronauts describe the smell of outer space as similar to hot metal, welding fumes, gunpowder, burnt electrical equipment, and even seared steak. The scent is strongest after spacewalks and is thought to be the result of a reaction between particles from space and oxygen from spacesuits. Astronauts have said that outer space smells like hot […]
Astronauts couldn’t smell the Moon’s surface due to their helmets, but upon returning to their ships, they noticed the dust smelled like gunpowder. Despite the similarity, the two substances have different chemical compositions, and there are concerns about the harmful effects of lunar dust. No one was actually able to smell the surface of the […]
The Smell of Holiness is a sweet scent associated with saints, both living and dead. It can also refer to a state of grace. The idea originated in the early medieval period when local Church officials canonized saints. The odor is often associated with incorruptibility and is no longer used to determine sainthood. Some saints, […]
Antique perfume bottles were made before the 1920s and demonstrate construction techniques no longer used. They can be made of glass, porcelain, or metal and may include decorative accents. Collectors focus on specific eras, regions, or producers. Guides can help identify bottles, but experts should be consulted before making expensive purchases. Antique perfume bottles are […]
