There seems to be some vintage goggles. Trying to find footage where they even see auras with these things. Not finding anything yet. What do you guys got on this?

Started to look around.. had this thread:

https://old.reddit.com/r/HighStrangeness/comments/1hbmasx/theories_around_the_dicyanin_demon_goggles_from/

This bookmark

https://www.google.com/search?q=Dicyanin+night+vision

Searching on youtube

https://www.youtube.com/results?search_query=Dicyanin+filter

Then there was this thread:

What is Dicyanin, and why is it illegal in the US?

Why is Dicyanin dye illegal? Dicyanin Dye is illegal because it is said to have special properties when placed between two glass planes. The resulting effect gives anyone the ability to look into the Astral Realm, along with seeing a persons emanating aura. Essentially proving that another plane of reality exists.

Many wonder why Dicyanin is highly restricted since it it’s not a drug, isn’t physically dangerous nor is it poisonous. However, a skilled chemist with keen ability is able to synthesize the chemical with basic lab equipment. (1)

History of Dicyanin Dye

During the 1920’s, a scientist by the name of Walter Kilner experimented with a chemical called, ‘Dicyanin’. He placed the dye in between two glass planes and looked through it. What he found was the ability to see the aura of any person. (2)

Because of the dyes ability to block out the white light spectrum, it helped Kilner’s ability to concentrate on the person’s aura.

Before the 1940’s, private researchers were able to freely use Dicyanin Dye. During this same time frame the U.S Government banned any use with the dye.

In 2010, very briefly the public was able to buy Dicyanin Dye but was quickly banned once again. When a government chemist was asked to see just how classified the dye was, the chemist found out that the company that creates the dye assigns a special code to its customers.

The chemist also found out that his security code allowed him to buy all the LSD, Heroine and Cocaine he wanted but wasn’t high enough in clearance to request ‘Dicyanin Dye’. (3)

Source: Why Is Dicyanin Dye Illegal? - Scarenormal

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But then I ask google gemini AI..

No, dicyanin dye is not illegal in the United States. Claims that it was made illegal due to "supernatural properties" (like seeing auras or the astral plane) are false.

Dicyanin dye is not on the list of controlled chemicals in the US. It's primarily used for laboratory purposes in fields like astronomy and spectrochemical research. While some older patents for it may have expired, this doesn't make the substance itself illegal to manufacture or sell, although specific regulations might apply depending on its use and toxicity.

There's a lot of misinformation and urban legends surrounding dicyanin dye, often related to its supposed ability to allow people to see auras or other paranormal phenomena. However, scientific evidence does not support these claims, and the dye is not "blacklisted" by any government agency for such reasons.

show me proof you can buy some

You can indeed purchase dicyanin dye, particularly "Dicyanine A," from chemical suppliers that cater to research and industrial needs.

Here's proof and where you can find it:

Fisher Scientific (Thermo Scientific): They list "Dicyanine A 98%, Thermo Scientific" for sale. You can find it on their website. This is a common supplier for laboratory chemicals.

Sigma-Aldrich (a Merck KGaA brand): Sigma-Aldrich, another major chemical supplier, also lists "Dicyanin" as a product.

These companies are legitimate suppliers of chemicals for scientific and industrial use. The fact that they sell it demonstrates it's not an illegal substance.

Important Note: While the chemical itself is available, the "aura glasses" or "goggles" sometimes marketed online (e.g., on eBay) as containing dicyanin for paranormal viewing are often based on misinformation and are unlikely to deliver the supernatural effects claimed. The dye's actual scientific applications are in areas like spectrochemical research, where it helps extend the sensitivity of photographic plates into the infrared range.

I look up,

Fisher Scientific (Thermo Scientific): They list "Dicyanine A 98%

Sounds like you can buy some.

https://www.fishersci.com/shop/products/dicyanine-a-98-thermo-scientific-1/AC407050010

Specifications CAS 20591-23-5 Infrared Spectrum Authentic Assay Percent Range 98% Packaging Glass bottle Molecular Formula C25H25IN2 Quantity 1g

What do you got with this stuff.. is it just an "infrared" filter, like if you'd make a camera lens with it, you'd be able to see the light from a TV remote control, that you normally can't see with your eyes.

You're on the right track! Dicyanin dye is indeed used in relation to infrared light, but its primary function isn't simply as an "infrared filter" in the way a tinted piece of plastic might block visible light.

Here's a breakdown of what dicyanin dye does and its relation to infrared:

Infrared Sensitization of Photographic Plates: This is the most significant and well-documented scientific application of dicyanin. Traditional photographic emulsions are most sensitive to visible light, particularly blue and UV. Dicyanin, and other cyanine dyes, were (and still are, in various forms) used as "optical sensitizers" to extend the sensitivity of these emulsions into the red and near-infrared (NIR) regions of the spectrum. This means that a photographic plate treated with dicyanin would be able to "see" and record infrared light that would normally be invisible to it. This was particularly important in early astronomy for photographing stellar spectra in the infrared.

Not a Simple Filter for Your Eyes: While the idea of making "aura glasses" or "infrared vision goggles" with dicyanin persists in popular culture, it's a misconception that it allows the human eye to directly see infrared light. The human eye has physical limitations on the wavelengths of light it can perceive. Dicyanin dye doesn't magically change your eye's capabilities.

How the "Aura Goggles" Legend Started: The origin of the "aura" claims often traces back to the work of Walter John Kilner in the early 20th century. He experimented with glass screens containing dicyanin and claimed that, after prolonged viewing, he could see a "human atmosphere" or "aura" around people. However, his findings were not widely accepted by the scientific community, and the effects he reported were likely due to physiological effects on the eye (like afterimages or eye strain) rather than actual perception of a mystical aura or hidden electromagnetic fields.

What "Aura Goggles" (if they existed) would likely do: If actual "dicyanin goggles" were manufactured to block out most visible light and allow some infrared through, they wouldn't make infrared directly visible to your eyes. At best, they might filter the visible spectrum in a way that enhances contrast in certain specific light conditions, or, as some of the search results suggest, they might rely on fluorescence: absorbing invisible (e.g., UV) light and re-emitting it in the visible range, giving a "ghostly" appearance. However, the claims of seeing auras or the astral plane are not scientifically supported.

Seeing a TV Remote Control: You're right that TV remote controls use infrared light. Modern digital cameras (especially phone cameras) without strong infrared blocking filters can often pick up this light, making the remote's LED appear to glow. This is because the camera's sensor is sensitive to infrared. Dicyanin dye, if used to sensitize a camera sensor, could indeed help it better capture infrared light from a remote, but it wouldn't allow your unaided eye to see it through a dicyanin-treated lens.

In summary, dicyanin dye is a chemical used to make materials (primarily photographic emulsions) more sensitive to infrared light. It is not a direct "infrared vision" tool for the human eye, and the claims of it revealing auras or other supernatural phenomena are not scientifically validated.

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so I don't know.. gonna keep digging around about this stuff.. have a couple bookmarks.