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Recovery of gold from amalgum
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Recovery of gold from amalgum
863649 Recovery of gold from amalgum; (add.info.: Recovery of gold from amalgum. 7) chamois leather bag for separating amalgum from excess mercury. 6) Operator with wooden pestel and mortar for purifying mercury with salt. 4, 5) Earthenware and iron retorts for distilling mercury from amalgum. From 1683 English edition of Lazarus Ercker "Beschreibung allerfurnemisten mineralischen Ertzt- und Berckwercksarten" originally published in Prague in 1574. Copperplate engraving.); Universal History Archive/UIG
Media ID 38453452
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1683 Earthenware Engraved Image Foundry Industrial Equipment Lazarus Ercker Manufacturing Equipment Mercury Metal Industry Metallurgical Metallurgy Only Mature Men Three People Workshop Workshops C16h Foundry Worker
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This print captures the intricate process of recovering gold from amalgam in the 16th century. The image showcases a scene straight out of history, with three mature men diligently working in a workshop filled with industrial equipment and tools.
In the foreground, one man is seen using a wooden pestle and mortar to purify mercury with salt, while another is carefully separating amalgam from excess mercury using a chamois leather bag. In the background, earthenware and iron retorts can be seen for distilling mercury from amalgam.
The detailed copperplate engraving is taken from Lazarus Ercker's "Beschreibung allerfurnemisten mineralischen Ertzt- und Berckwercksarten," originally published in Prague in 1574 and later included in an English edition from 1683. This historical illustration provides a glimpse into the metallurgical practices of the past, showcasing the craftsmanship and dedication required for such delicate work.
Overall, this print serves as a fascinating window into the world of metal industry during the 16th century, highlighting both the technical skills involved and the importance of meticulous processes in extracting precious metals like gold.
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