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Washing for gold by laying pieces of turf in a frame. Gold-bearing sand is placed
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Washing for gold by laying pieces of turf in a frame. Gold-bearing sand is placed
Washing for gold by laying pieces of turf in a frame. Gold-bearing sand is placed in head of the frame at A, water is then allowed to wash over it. Gold collected on the turf at C. The pieces of turf then washed individually at E and the gold recovered. From De re metallica, by Agricola, pseudonym of Georg Bauer (Basle, 1556). Woodcut
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1556 Agricola Allowed Basle Bauer Collected Frame Georg Gold Head Laying Metal Metallica Mining Pieces Precious Pseudonym Recovered Sand Turf Wash Washed Washing Woodcut
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This woodcut print from 1556, titled "Washing for Gold by Laying Pieces of Turf in a Frame" offers a glimpse into the intricate process of mining precious metal. The pseudonymous author Georg Bauer, known as Agricola, presents an innovative technique employed during that era. In this image, we witness the meticulous steps involved in extracting gold from sand. At the head of the frame (marked A), gold-bearing sand is carefully placed before water is allowed to wash over it. As the water flows through and interacts with the sand, tiny particles of gold are collected on pieces of turf located at point C. These golden remnants are then painstakingly washed individually at E to recover every trace of this valuable metal. The scene depicted here showcases both the artistry and scientific knowledge required for successful mining operations during that time period. Agricola's work in his renowned book "De re Metallica" serves as a testament to his expertise and contribution to metallurgy. This historic woodcut print not only provides us with a visual representation but also invites us to appreciate the ingenuity and dedication displayed by miners centuries ago. It serves as a reminder that even in ancient times, humans were driven by their pursuit of precious resources like gold - resources that continue to captivate our imagination today.
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