Mines Collection

Newly Discovered Mines in the Rocky Mountains, from Frank Leslie
BAL111620 Newly Discovered Mines in the Rocky Mountains, from Frank Leslies Illustrated Newspaper, 1879 (engraving) (b&w photo) by Jump, E

Miner at Geevor Tin Mine, Pendeen, Cornwall
Miner at work with a drill underground (below the sea) in Geevor Tin Mine, Pendeen, Cornwall, which was just about to cease operation. Date: circa 1986

Cape Cornwall, St Just in Penwith, Cornwall. 1904
View of Cape Cornwall from the St Just United mine. Photographer: Unknown

Newport Riot
At Newport, Monmouthshire, Chartist rioters from nearby mines, led by John Frost, fire on the magistrates at the Westgate hotel but are dispersed by the military

Gold, Carnon Stream Works, Perranarworthal, Cornwall, England
Gold is a native element and precious metal which has been prized by mankind for thousands of years for its beauty, malleability and resistance to corrosion

Welsh women road builders, South Wales
A group of twenty Welsh women road builders in Pembrokeshire, Dyfed, South Wales, holding their spades. They built the road to Hook in 1903-4 to facilitate transport to the colliery

Coal miner filling truck, South Wales mine
A coal miner (Billy Hurland) filling a dram (coal truck) at Baldwins Level (nicknamed Clog and Legging) in a coalmine near Pontypool in South Wales

Tourist route, Wieliczka Salt Mine, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Krakow, Malopolska, Poland, Europe

Cwmpennar Colliery, Glamorgan, South Wales
View of Cwmpennar Colliery (also known as the Powell Duffryn Colliery), Mountain Ash, Glamorgan, South Wales

Sketch map of Hook, Pembrokeshire, South Wales
A sketch map of the village of Hook, including the various mining shafts of the colliery, on the Western Cleddau near Haverfordwest, Pembrokeshire, South Wales

Tourist route, Chapel of St. Kinga, Wieliczka Salt Mine, UNESCO World Heritage Site, Krakow, Malopolska, Poland, Europe

Wheal Coates - at sunset - St Agnes, Cornwall, UK
DAC-1301 Wheal Coates - at sunset St Agnes, Cornwall, UK David Chapman Please note that prints are for personal display purposes only and may not be reproduced in any way

Bingham Canyon Copper Mine or Kennecott Mine
Bingham Canyon Copper Mine (Kennecott Copper Mine), Utah, USA Date: circa 1910s

Penrhiwceibr Colliery, Glamorgan, South Wales
View of Penrhiwceibr (Penrhiwceiber) Colliery, Glamorgan, South Wales. The colliery closed in 1985

Penrhyn quarry, the largest slate quarry in Wales, Bethesda, Snowdonia, North Wales, Wales, United Kingdom, Europe

Rheidol Vale Railway
The Vale of Rheidol Railway, Aberystwyth, Wales, opened in 1902 to serve the local lead mines. Here is one of the engine sheds at Aberystwyth. The line was privatised 1989

St Louis World Fair / 1904
The exterior of the Palace of Mines and Metallurgy

Roof conditions at Murton Colliery are so serious that the face has been abandoned. Stone has virtually buried the conveyor along the whole 210 metre length

Welsh miner in coal mine pushing truck
A Welsh miner, stripped to the waist, pushing a truck in a coal mine

Wheal Vivian, Constantine, Cornwall. Early 1900s
Photograph of the disused minestack at Wheal Vivian. Mining ended there in 1864. It was due to the development of this mine that the Churchtown grew substantially from a mere hamlet in 1820

Cape Cornwall, St Just in Penwith, Cornwall. Date unknown
A distant view of Cape Cornwall with Little Bounds on the right, two disused mine engine houses, domestic dwellings and gardens and seventeen boats on the beach. Part of the A.K

Victoria Colliery, Ebbw Vale, Gwent, South Wales
View of the Victoria Colliery, Ebbw Vale, Blaenau Gwent, South Wales

Chislet Colliery 1930S
Chislet Colliery was located next to the Canterbury-Margate road, Kent. Two shafts were first sunk in 1914. Despite surviving nationalisation in 1947, the mine closed in 1969. Date: 1930s

Copper Miners Strike - Calumet, Michigan, USA. Industrial action by Copper Miners of the Western Federation of Miners. Workers were concerned of being displaced to a lower-paying job or of losing

The Asbestos Mines at Pano Amiantos, Cyprus
Pano Amiantos a village in the Limassol District of Greek Cyprus, located 7 km southwest of Kyperounta. Formerly the village was the site of a large asbestos mine

Fossil trees in coal mine
Fossilised trees and plants found in a coal mine. Date: C.1870

Ferndale Colliery and Tylorstown, Glamorgan, South Wales
View of Ferndale Colliery (also known as Blaenllechau Colliery) and Tylorstown, Rhondda Valley, Glamorgan, South Wales

UK, England, Cornwall, Botallack Mine, Crown Mines, UNESCO World Heritage and SSSI site

Mines at Easington Colliery. July 1969

Mine disposal team deal with a mine in Rye Bay England during WW2 1945

Headgear of Geevor Tin Mine, Pendeen, Cornwall, silhouetted against the sky. Work underground was stopped in April 1986. Date: circa 1980s

Tonopah & Goldfield Railroad Depot, Nevada, USA
The Tonopah & Goldfield Railroad Depot, Nevada, USA, on 7 December 1907, with a steam train, crowds of people on the platform and cars and horses waiting alongside

Imperial College of Science and Technology, South Kensington. It was established in 1907 in Londons scientific and cultural heartland in South Kensington, as a merger of the Royal College of Science

Miners at the Coal Face Victorian period

Dennis Skinner, Labour MP for Bolsover, Derbyshire
Dennis Edward Skinner (b 1932), Labour politician, MP for Bolsover since 1970. Well known for his outspoken remarks in parliament, for which he has been suspended more than ten times

Colliery Lasses (colour photo)
3103953 Colliery Lasses (colour photo) by English Photographer, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Colliery Lasses)

Treadwell Mines, Douglas Island, Alaska, USA
Treadwell Mines, Douglas Island, east of Juneau, Alaska, USA. Date: circa 1905

Historic coal mining stream train in tundra, Ny-Alesund, Spitsbergen, Svalbard, August

Aerial view of lead rakes, spoil heaps from ancient mines, White Peak, Peak District, Derbyshire, England, september

Boy dragging coal wagon with harness and chain in mine
A boy with a harness and chain between his legs drags a heavy coal truck along a low underground passage in a mine at Halifax, Yorkshire

The General Strike - Government leaders
Government leaders during the General Strike: Ministers and Commissioners. 1. Chief Civil Commissioner: Sir W. Mitchell-Thomson, 2. Principal Chief Assistant Commissioner, Mr. A. B. Lowry, 3

Copper seam in old mine at Pozos, near San Miguel, Mexico, North America

Panning at Klondyke (chromolitho)
3631113 Panning at Klondyke (chromolitho) by English School, (20th century); Private Collection; (add.info.: Panning at Klondyke)

Salt mine, near Cracow 1870
Salt mine of Wielitska, near Cracow, Poland, workmen deep down in the mines, chipping away at the salt. Date: 1870

MINES / FALUN, SWEDEN
Iron mine at Falun, Sweden Date: 1830s

Royal Navy Seamen practice mine laying using weighted barrels. Date: circa 1907

Open cut deep pit gold mining, taken in 1990, Kalgoorlie, Western Australia, Australia, Pacific

Open cast gold mine at Kalgoorlie, Western Australia, Australia, Pacific

De Beers Diamond Mine
Washing equipment for the diamonds of De Beers mines in South Africa

Map, South Wales coalfield. 1939

Copper, United Mines, Gwennap, Cornwall, England
This specimen was drawn for Specimens of British Minerals, Selected from the Cabinet of Philip Rashleigh (1797, Volume 1, Plate 17)

Copper, Botallack, St Just, Cornwall, England
A dendritic growth of copper crystals. Also known as native copper, the specimen is pure copper, uncombined with any other elements

Chalcocite, Cooks Kitchen Mine, Illogan, Cornwall, England
Coarse platy chalcocite. This specimen was drawn for Specimens of British Minerals, Selected from the Cabinet of Philip Rashleigh (1797, Volume 1, Plate 15)

Cuprite with Minor Quartz, Gwennap, Cornwall, England
This specimen was drawn for Specimens of British Minerals, Selected from the Cabinet of Philip Rashleigh (1797, Volume 1, Plate 16)

Scorodite, Tincroft Mine, Illogan, Cornwall, England
This specimen was drawn for Specimens of British Minerals, Selected from the Cabinet of Philip Rashleigh (1797, Volume 1, Plate 9, Figure 3) which states Is copper ore of a dull olive-green colour

Chalcopyrite with Quartz and Minor Sphalerite, United Kingdom
This specimen was drawn for Specimens of British Minerals, Selected from the Cabinet of Philip Rashleigh (1797, Volume 1, Plate 7, Figure 3) which states Is yellow copper ore

Chalcopyrite with Malachite, East Pool Mine, Illogan, Cornwall, England
Capillary chalcopyrite with malachite. This specimen was drawn for Specimens of British Minerals, Selected from the Cabinet of Philip Rashleigh (1797, Volume 1, Plate 6)

Malachite, North Wheal Basset, Illogan, Cornwall, England
Clusters of botryoidal malachite crystals. Malachite is a common hydrated copper carbonate secondary mineral, formed by the near surface weathering of primary sulphide minerals

Cassiterite, Ulu Johan, Ipoh, Kinta district, Southern Perak, Malaysia
This large specimen of water worn cassiterite was brought to Cornwall from Malaysia by Redruth businessman James Wickett in 1910

Torbernite on Quartz, Wheal Basset, Illogan, Cornwall, England
An earthy, orange coated, quartz mass bearing fine towers and clusters of books of emerald to bottle green square plates of torbernite

The Sprays, Sydney Mines, Cape Breton, Nova Scotia, Canada. Date: circa 1905

Map, Gold Coast Colony, Ghana, West Africa, with the main cocoa producing areas shaded, a railway line and steamship routes. Also a gold mining area. Date: circa 1920

An electrically powered submarine designed by D L Tuch
5311824 An electrically powered submarine designed by D L Tuch; (add.info.: Engraving depicting an electrically powered submarine designed by D. L)

An inclined plane railway used to carry coal
5308316 An inclined plane railway used to carry coal.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting an inclined plane railway used to carry coal from South Hetton Colliery to Seaham Harbour)

An electric lighting installed by Sir Charles Siemens
5311990 An electric lighting installed by Sir Charles Siemens; (add.info.: Engraving depicting an electric lighting installed by Sir Charles Siemens at the Rio Tinto copper mines, Spain)

Engraving depicting a lead miner from Durham going to work
5309173 Engraving depicting a lead miner from Durham going to work; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a lead miner from Durham going to work)

Illustration depicting the uncovering of the prehistoric past
3522058 Illustration depicting the uncovering of the prehistoric past; (add.info.: Illustration depicting the uncovering of the prehistoric past. Dated 19th Century); Universal History Archive/UIG

Study for Winter Mine-Laying off Iceland, c.1942 (charcoal & coloured chalk on paper)
3088194 Study for Winter Mine-Laying off Iceland, c.1942 (charcoal & coloured chalk on paper) by Bone, David Muirhead (1876-1953); 73.5x99 cm; Private Collection; © Liss Fine Art

An inclined plane at the Wheal Friendship mine near Tavistock
5312006 An inclined plane at the Wheal Friendship mine near Tavistock; (add.info.: Engraving depicting an inclined plane at the Wheal Friendship mine near Tavistock, Devon)

Full size drawing for Winter Mine-Laying off Iceland, c.1942 (charcoal on paper)
3088060 Full size drawing for Winter Mine-Laying off Iceland, c.1942 (charcoal on paper) by Bone, David Muirhead (1876-1953); Private Collection; © Liss Fine Art

Mineral Map of Mexico, 1885
2902261 Mineral Map of Mexico, 1885; (add.info.: Historic map of Mexico with Minerals, Mines - Mining. Printed in Spanish.); Buyenlarge Archive/UIG

A sectional view of Devon Great Consols Copper Mine
5311945 A sectional view of Devon Great Consols Copper Mine; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a sectional view of Devon Great Consols Copper Mine. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Davy's safety lamp
5309957 Davy's safety lamp; (add.info.: Davy's safety lamp, showing the flame surrounded by metal gauze. 1881.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Engraving depicting miners descending to the working level in a lead mine in the Harz Mountains, Germany, 19th century
5309174 Engraving depicting miners descending to the working level in a lead mine in the Harz Mountains, Germany, 19th century; (add.info)

Engraving depicting a lead miner from Durham going to work
5309172 Engraving depicting a lead miner from Durham going to work; (add.info.: Engraving depicting a lead miner from Durham going to work)

Child labour, 1850
3481099 Child labour, 1850; (add.info.: Illustration depicting a boy pushing a truck baded with coal. Dated 19th Century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Study for right hand side of Winter Mine-Laying off Iceland, c.1942 (chalk on paper)
3088062 Study for right hand side of Winter Mine-Laying off Iceland, c.1942 (chalk on paper) by Bone, David Muirhead (1876-1953); Private Collection; © Liss Fine Art

The process the mining of Anthracite
5308317 The process the mining of Anthracite.; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the process of mining of Anthracite. Wagons of Anthracite are loaded and brought to the barges. Dated 19th century)

The Botallack mine
5311997 The Botallack mine; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the Botallack mine, St Just, Cornwall. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

Mangin and Leroyer's signalling lamp for mines
5310057 Mangin and Leroyer's signalling lamp for mines; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Mangin and Leroyer's signalling lamp for mines)

Engraving depicting the productions of Bohemian garnet
5309082 Engraving depicting the productions of Bohemian garnet; (add.info.: Engraving depicting the productions of Bohemian garnet)

An engraving depicting Thomas Savery's steam engine of 1699 used for pumping water from mines
5311302 An engraving depicting Thomas Savery's steam engine of 1699 used for pumping water from mines. Double furnaces (right) with boilers, whose steam passes to cylinders (p, p)

Study for Winter Mine-Laying off Iceland, c.1942, cat 6 (carbon pencil on tracing paper)
3088208 Study for Winter Mine-Laying off Iceland, c.1942, cat 6 (carbon pencil on tracing paper) by Bone, David Muirhead (1876-1953); 74.3x58.6 cm; Private Collection; © Liss Fine Art

Cornish miners
5312005 Cornish miners; (add.info.: Engraving depicting Cornish miners chipping away tin-bearing quartz rock in a tin mine in the St Just region. Dated 19th century.); Universal History Archive/UIG

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Exploring the Depths: A Journey Through Mines Delving into History: Witness a miner at Geevor Tin Mine, Pendeen, Cornwall, as they uncover the secrets of this ancient site. Golden Treasures: Discover the allure of gold at Carnon Stream Works in Perranarworthal, Cornwall, England - a place where dreams turn to reality. Coal's Mighty Force: Experience the raw power as a coal miner fills their truck in a South Wales mine, showcasing the resilience and determination of these workers. Breaking Barriers: Uncover the untold stories of Welsh women road builders in South Wales who shattered stereotypes and paved their own path towards progress. Underground Marvels: Embark on an unforgettable journey through Wieliczka Salt Mine, Krakow - a UNESCO World Heritage Site that mesmerizes with its tourist route deep beneath the surface. The Newport Riot Legacy: Reflect on history's echoes as we remember the pivotal events that unfolded during this significant moment in time. Digging Deep for Prosperity: Explore Cwmpennar Colliery in Glamorgan, South Wales - an emblematic symbol of industry and economic growth within its community. Hook's Hidden Gems: Navigate through Hook's captivating landscape with our sketch map and unearth hidden treasures tucked away amidst Pembrokeshire's minescape. Slate Splendor Unveiled: Immerse yourself in awe-inspiring beauty at Penrhyn quarry - Snowdonia's crown jewel and Wales' largest slate quarry located in Bethesda. A Ride Through Time: Hop aboard Rheidol Vale Railway for an enchanting journey back to yesteryears when steam engines ruled supreme across picturesque Welsh landscapes. Tales from Beneath Earth’s Surface: Step into Penrhiwceibr Colliery in Glamorgan, South Wales to hear stories whispered by the walls, echoing the struggles and triumphs of miners.