Jigsaw Puzzle : Mercury gold panning extraction, 1940 C016 / 4591

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Mercury gold panning extraction, 1940 C016 / 4591

Mercury gold panning extraction. Close-up of a gold prospector pouring mercury from a small tube into a pan which contains flour gold mixed with water and soil. Panning involves swirling gravel from a stream or river in water in a shallow dish. The lighter stones and rocks will be lost, while the heavier metal ores, such as gold and silver, will be left behind. With fine rock fragments, as with this flour gold, chemical extraction is needed. Photographed by Russell Lee (1903-1986) in May to June 1940, in Pinos Altos, New Mexico, USA

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Media ID 9205119

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1940 1940s Dirt Dish Extracting Extraction Farm Security Administration Gold June Mercury Miner Mineral Mining New Mexico North American Precious Metal Prospecting Reacting Reaction Soil Gold Mine Panning Prospector Russell Lee

Jigsaw Puzzle (1014 Pieces)

Discover the thrill of the past with our Mercury Gold Panning Extraction jigsaw puzzle from Media Storehouse. Featuring an intriguing image from the Science Photo Library's LIBRARY OF CONGRESS/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY collection, this puzzle brings to life the historic gold mining process. Immerse yourself in the details of a prospector in action, pouring mercury into a pan filled with flour gold, water, and soil. With captivating details and intricate pieces, this challenging puzzle is perfect for those who love history, puzzles, or just a good brain teaser. Get ready to pan for gold and piece together this fascinating piece of history with the Mercury Gold Panning Extraction puzzle from Media Storehouse.

Made in the USA, 1014-piece puzzles measure 20" x 30" (50.8 x 76.2 cm). Every puzzle is meticulously printed on glossy photo paper, which has a strong 1.33 mm thickness. Delivered in a black storage cardboard box, these puzzles are both stylish and practical. (Note: puzzles contain small parts and are not suitable for children under 3 years of age.)

Jigsaw Puzzles are an ideal gift for any occasion

Estimated Product Size is 76cm x 50.8cm (29.9" x 20")

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.

EDITORS COMMENTS
This photo print, titled "Mercury gold panning extraction, 1940" takes us back to a significant moment in American history. The image showcases a close-up of a determined gold prospector pouring mercury from a small tube into a pan filled with water, soil, and flour gold. Taken by the talented photographer Russell Lee in May to June 1940, this snapshot captures the essence of the mining industry during that era. Located in Pinos Altos, New Mexico, USA, this scene depicts an essential technique called panning. By swirling gravel from streams or rivers in shallow dishes filled with water, miners were able to separate valuable metals like gold and silver from lighter stones and rocks. However, when dealing with fine rock fragments like flour gold seen here, chemical extraction became necessary. The photograph beautifully portrays the dedication of this caucasian male prospector as he skillfully carries out his work amidst nature's raw beauty. It serves as a reminder of the human determination behind industrial progress during that time period. Preserved by the Library of Congress/Science Photo Library for historical documentation purposes only (not for commercial use), this monochrome image transports us back to an era where precious metals were sought after relentlessly across North America. A testament to both our fascination with minerals and our relentless pursuit of wealth through mining endeavors.

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