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GOLD MINING, c1866. Placer mining / panning out. Photograph by Lawrence & Houseworth
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GOLD MINING, c1866. Placer mining / panning out. Photograph by Lawrence & Houseworth
GOLD MINING, c1866.
Placer mining/panning out. Photograph by Lawrence & Houseworth, c1866, at Tuolumne County, California
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1866 Forty Niner Gold Gold Rush Goldmine Goldminer Lawrence Mine Panning Placer Mining Prospector Sluice Water Tuolumne County
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This photograph, titled "GOLD MINING, c1866. Placer mining / panning out" takes us back to the exhilarating days of the American Gold Rush in 1866. The image captures a moment frozen in time, showcasing the arduous work undertaken by gold miners in Tuolumne County, California. In this snapshot of history, we see a middle-aged man diligently engaged in placer mining - an ancient technique where sediment is washed away to reveal precious minerals like gold. With his trusty pan held firmly in hand, he skillfully swirls it around as water from a nearby sluice flows through it. His focused expression tells tales of determination and hope for striking it rich amidst the rugged West. Photographed by Lawrence & Houseworth, pioneers of their craft during that era, this print encapsulates not only the physical labor involved but also serves as a testament to human resilience and ambition. It transports us back to a time when dreams were forged with every shovel full of earth turned over. As we gaze upon this remarkable piece of history captured on film over 150 years ago, we are reminded of the countless individuals who risked everything for their chance at prosperity during one of America's most transformative periods – forever etching their mark on our nation's story.
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