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Canada - Typical Mining Scene
British Columbia, Canada - Typical Mining Scene showing two prospectors blowing black sand from placer gold. The word placer refers to the alluvial deposits in modern or ancient stream beds. Date: 1905
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Alluvial Blowing Columbia Deposits Dust Miners Mining Panning Pans Prospecting Prospectors Sand Scales Sifting Placer
Jigsaw Puzzle (252 Pieces)
Discover the thrill of piecing together history with our Media Storehouse Jigsaw Puzzles - featuring the captivating image "Canada - Typical Mining Scene". Travel back in time to the gold rush era in British Columbia, Canada. This intricately detailed puzzle showcases two determined prospectors in action, meticulously blowing black sand from placer gold deposits. The rich colors and vivid details of this Rights Managed image from Mary Evans Prints Online bring the scene to life, making this a challenging and rewarding puzzle experience for all ages. Immerse yourself in history and create a beautiful display piece with our Canada - Typical Mining Scene jigsaw puzzle.
Made in the USA, 252-piece puzzles are printed on photographic paper. Excluding the outer edge, all of the pieces are the same shape with the completed puzzle measuring 10" x 14" (25.4 x 35.5 cm). Split into individual pieces, puzzles are supplied in a black presentation box, sized to fit most mailboxes, with a professionally printed photo on top for reference (box dimensions 5 5/8" x 7 5/8" x 1 1/5")
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 37.2cm x 24cm (14.6" x 9.4")
Estimated Product Size is 37.2cm x 29.2cm (14.6" x 11.5")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This photograph, taken in British Columbia, Canada in 1905, offers a glimpse into the daily life of two intrepid prospectors during the gold rush era. The scene unfolds before a picturesque wooden hut, nestled amidst the rugged terrain. The men, dressed in heavy work clothes and protective goggles, are meticulously blowing black sand from a pan using long tubes, a common technique used during the placer mining process. Placer mining refers to the extraction of gold from alluvial deposits found in modern or ancient stream beds. The men's faces are etched with determination and focus, as they sift through the sand in search of precious gold nuggets. The fine dust particles, known as goldust, are carefully separated from the sand using a series of pans and screens. The scales in the foreground indicate the importance of measuring the weight of the gold found, a crucial aspect of the mining process. The serene setting, with the sun casting long shadows over the landscape, contrasts sharply with the intense labor required to extract even the smallest amounts of gold. The men's dedication and perseverance are evident, as they continue their search for the precious metal that drew them to this remote corner of Canada. The photograph captures the essence of the mining life, a lifestyle that was both challenging and rewarding, and a significant part of Canadian history.
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