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South Africa - The Exchange
Black and white image of men standing in front of the Share and Claim Exchange of the Transvaal Trust and Agency Company, South Africa.. Part of Box 287, South Africa Diamond Mines, Boswell Collection. Slide number 42. Date: circa 1890s
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Agency Claim Exchange Share Slides Southern Transvaal Trust
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This evocative photograph captures a significant moment in South African history, taken circa 1890s. The image depicts a group of men standing in front of the Share and Claim Exchange of the Transvaal Trust and Agency Company in South Africa. The Exchange served as a crucial hub for the diamond mining industry in the late 19th century, facilitating the sale and purchase of mining shares and claims. The men in the photograph, dressed in suits and hats, exude an air of determination and anticipation. Their focused expressions suggest the importance of the business being conducted at the Exchange. The rough terrain and arid landscape in the background underscore the challenging conditions under which the diamond mining industry thrived. The Transvaal Trust and Agency Company was a key player in the South African diamond mining industry during this period. The company was responsible for managing and marketing the diamond mines in the region, and the Exchange served as a central hub for the buying and selling of mining shares and claims. The company's success contributed to the growth of the diamond industry in South Africa and the economic development of the country. This photograph is part of the Boswell Collection, Box 287, South Africa Diamond Mines, held at Mary Evans Prints Online. It offers a unique glimpse into the past, providing valuable insights into the history of diamond mining in South Africa during the late 19th century.
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