Gold Shovelled like Coal. A Curiosity of a Siberian Mine. Spa

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Gold Shovelled like Coal. A Curiosity of a Siberian Mine. Spa

Illustration from sketches by Special Artist Julius Price in Siberia showing Russian women working on the Siberian gold mines, shovelling ore like coal. Women are paid badly, worse than men. The ore is crushed by Chilean mills

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EDITORS COMMENTS
A Curiosity of Siberian Gold Mines: Women Shovelling Ore Like Coal This evocative illustration, created by special artist Julius Price during his travels in Siberia in December 1906, captures the harsh realities of gold mining in Russia at the turn of the 20th century. The image shows a group of Russian women toiling away in the mines, shovelling ore with a determination and intensity reminiscent of coal miners. The ore, once crushed by Chilean mills, is piled high beside them, waiting to be loaded onto carts for transport. The women in this illustration are a testament to the resilience and hard work of the labor force in the Siberian gold mines. However, their working conditions were far from ideal. Women were paid less than men, often earning only a fraction of their male counterparts' wages. This disparity was a common occurrence in Russian society at the time, with women being relegated to lower-paying jobs and expected to perform the same tasks as men for less compensation. Despite the difficult working conditions and meager pay, these women continued to work in the gold mines, driven by the need to support themselves and their families. The image of women shovelling ore like coal is a poignant reminder of the sacrifices they made in the pursuit of a better life. This historical illustration offers a unique glimpse into the past, providing insight into the lives of the women who worked in the Siberian gold mines over a century ago. It is a curiosity of a bygone era, showcasing the grit and determination of the human spirit in the face of adversity.

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