The Philosopher’s Stone Box with Metal Puzzle Box is a beautifully crafted escape-style challenge inspired by the mysteries of alchemy!

Made from birch wood and anodised aluminium, it combines elegant design with mind-bending mechanics for a truly engaging experience.

Follow the clues around the box to uncover the hidden compartment inside and feel the satisfaction of solving a timeless mystery!

This intriguing puzzle offers about 60 to 90 minutes of challenge and discovery, making it perfect for solo thinkers or small groups.

If you get stuck, helpful hints and a full solution are available via a QR code, so you’ll never be left guessing!

Once solved, it can be reset and enjoyed again, keeping the fun alive for future challengers.

With its polished metal finish and clever engineering, this puzzle box makes a standout gift for thinkers, collectors, and puzzle fans.

It’s ideal for hiding jewellery, coins, or cash inside, turning any present into an unforgettable experience!

  • Escape-style puzzle box with hidden compartment
  • Made from birch wood and anodised aluminium
  • Resettable and includes online hints for guidance

Recommended for ages 14 and up with a difficulty level of 3 out of 5. Puzzle measures 12cm x 12cm x 11cm. 

Gift the Philosopher’s Stone Box with Metal Puzzle Box to someone who loves a good mystery and watch them enjoy the challenge from start to finish!

Peter and Anne-Maree
Hello from Peter & Anne-Maree

CoolThings Australia is a Australian owned & operated small business located in Launceston, Tasmania.

The CoolThings Australia mission is to help you be the coolest gift giver in your family and circle of friends.

You know the feeling you get when you give a gift and the response is "That's so cool!" - that is what its all about!

CoolThings Australia was started in 2003 by Peter and Anne-Maree and is still led by them to this day. Their purpose in business is to be givers themselves and they support multiple organisations close to their hearts locally, nationally and internationally.

Both Peter and Anne-Maree and their team of cool giftologists thankyou for your support and are looking forward to serving you today!

Philosopher's Stone Box with Metal Puzzle Box Reviews

S Reinke - via Kickstarter

9 January

(5)

I got both mine, and OMG they are well made :) I have solved 'philosopher's stone' :) My kids loved it to whats. Now it's time for the other one.

Dorota - via Kickstarter

9 January

(5)

I got mine today - its awsome :D

Martin - via Kickstarter

9 January

(5)

Got and solved both puzzles. Tons of fun; looking forward to anymore future installments.

Tarsikore - via Kickstarter

9 January

(5)

I finally had the chance to sit down and solve the philosophers stone. Really fun and great puzzle.

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