Mining Collection (page 119)

Colorado Provencal - Rustrel - France
SM-2040 Colorado Provencal Rustrel - France In Rustrel, ochre mining began in the late 19th century. Ochre was extracted from the earth, carving a colourful landscape

Open pit mine, the largest in the world, pit is 3800m across and 720m deep, Bingham Canyon Copper Mine, Utah, USA

Argo Mine, Idaho Springs, Rocky Mountains, Colorado, United States of America, North America

Colourful shop fronts on Greene Street in Old West style mining town of Silverton in the San Juan Range of the Rocky Mountains, Silverton, Colorado, United States of America (U.S.A.), North America

Old copper mine buildings, preserved national historic site, Kennecott, Wrangel Mountains, Alaska, USA, North America

Preserved miners houses, World Heritage site of Roros, Trondelag, Norway, Scandinavia, Europe

Village and salt mines at Khewra, Baluchistan, Pakistan, Asia

Chinese workers settlement at the Goldfields Mining Centre in Kawarau Gorge, Queenstown, South Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Goldmine museum, Thames, Coromandel Peninsula, South Auckland, North Island, New Zealand, Pacific

Diamond mining ghost town, Kolmanskop, Namib Desert, Luderitz, Namibia, Africa

Encroaching forest in limestone basin, Phontiou tin mine, plain of mine tailings and pollution, Khammouan, Laos, Indochina, Southeast Asia, Asia

Carrara marble quarry near Antona in Apuane Alps, Tuscany, Italy, Europe

Open cast iron mine, Maharashtra state, India, Asia

Marble quarry, Greece, Europe

Brown coal mining, Bergheim, near Cologne, Germany, Europe

Cliffs where ochre was once mined, Roussillon, Provence, France, Europe

Old ochre mines, near Roussillon, Colorado de Rustrel, Alpes-de-Haute-Provence, Provence, France, Europe

Disused tin mine building near Zennor, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

The disused Wheal Coates mine, St. Agnes, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Bosigran tin mine near St Ives, West Penwith coast, Cornwall, England, UK

Old tin mines, Botallack, Cornwall, England, United Kingdom, Europe

Chiquicamata Coppermine, Atacama Desert, Chile, South America

Houses, Sofala, historic gold mining town, New South Wales, Australia, Pacific

Aerial view of one of only three permitted uranium mines in Australia (share of profits go to aboriginal landowners), Ranger Uranium mine, Kakadu National Park, Northern Territory, Australia

Aerial of Ranger Uranium mine in Kakadu National Park from which a share of the profits go to aboriginal landowners in the Northern Territory of Australia, Pacific

Opal Mines at Coober Pedy, South Australia ALPHA

Miners Rescue Station
A Miners Rescue Station with the use of oxygen apparatus

MINE WORKINGS / 1880 S
The workings of a mine, showing miners at the coal face and the coal being transported by pony

Zinc Mines in Silesia
Male and female workers in the zinc mines in Silesia

Edinburgh Miners Gala
The Annual Miners Gala in Holyrood Park, Edinburgh, Scotland. At the beginning of May each year, 100, 000 coal miners take a well-earned holiday

Cog & Rung / Coal Mine
A cog and rung mechanism for raising coal from the pit

Gin for Raising Coal
A gin for raising coal from the pit

Coal / Water Wheel & Pump
A water-wheel and bucket pump

Trevithicks Steam-Whim
Richard Trevithick seniors steam-whim at Cooks Kitchen mine, Cornwall

Digging out Guano / Peru
Guano mining operations: Chincha islands, Peru. The deposits of seabirds, named guano, were sought after as prized fertiliser in the nineteenth century

Staffordshire Mine
A steam engine drawing coal in the Staffordshire collieries

Lead and Coal Mine 17Thc
Lead and coal mines at Mostyn, Wales

Wieliczka Salt Mines
Salt mining at Wieliczka

Mediterranean Salt Mines
Salt mining on the coast of the Mediterranean

Swedish Iron Mine
A dramatic view inside the iron mines of Hogborn, Vestmann, Sweden

PRITCHARDs MAGIC BOX
Young William Pritchard and his invention, the Magic Box, which is capable of detecting dangerous gases and thus saving 300 lives a year down Great Britains mines

Boys Picking Slate
Boys picking slate out of mined coal, in an American mine

Undercutting Coal Seam
Undercutting a thin coal seam

Silver Mining Camp
A silver miners camp, Nevada (USA) Our picture represents the typical mining camp in one of the gullies that seam the mountains of the district

Transvaal Gold Mining
A gold mining scene on the Rand

Mining Messines Ridge
Royal Engineers mine the Messines Ridge under German lines, and place explosives, which when detonated on 7 June 1917, assist the British in taking Ypres

Silver Mining / Peru 1879
Bringing silver ore above ground by rail at Cerro de Pasco, Peru

Tin Mining / Cornwall / 1869
Winze-shaft, or sinking in a Cornish tin mine

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"Unearthing the Depths: A Glimpse into the World of Mining" In this captivating snapshot, we witness a remarkable contrast between two worlds. Adrian Street, the renowned Welsh professional wrestler, stands proudly beside his father - a coal miner. The image captures their bond and serves as a poignant reminder of the sacrifices made by countless miners in pursuit of livelihoods. Transporting us back to 1893, Dolcoath Mine in Camborne, Cornwall emerges from history's depths. This iconic mine symbolizes an era when mining was at its zenith; its towering structures loom over the landscape like guardians of industry. On another shore lies Trevaunance Beach at low tide in St Agnes, Cornwall on that fateful day - perhaps July 20th, 1910. Here we find traces left behind by those who toiled beneath our feet; remnants washed ashore serve as silent witnesses to their laborious endeavors. Returning once more to Dolcoath Mine in Camborne during its heyday transports us further into this narrative. We can almost hear the rhythmic clinks and clangs echoing through time as miners tirelessly extracted precious resources from deep within Earth's core. A glimpse into Geevor Tin Mine in Pendeen reveals determined faces etched with determination and resilience. These individuals embody the spirit communities across generations - unwavering dedication despite challenging conditions. Venturing beyond Wales' borders takes us to South Wales where coal miners brave treacherous conditions at the coalface. Their unwavering commitment fuels industries far and wide while reminding us of their indomitable spirit amidst darkness and danger. Shifting gears towards Perranarworthal in Cornwall brings forth images of gold gleaming under Carnon Stream Works' watchful eye. This scene reminds us that mining is not solely about extracting fuel for industry but also unearthing treasures hidden within nature's embrace.