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De Kaap goldfields, Transvaal, South Africa. Water-powered stamping mill for crushing
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Date: 28th March 2014
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De Kaap goldfields, Transvaal, South Africa. Water-powered stamping mill for crushing
De Kaap goldfields, Transvaal, South Africa. Water-powered stamping mill for crushing gold-bearing quartz ore, Moodies Farms, near Brereton. Engraving from The Illustrated London News, 1887
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Media ID 9765909
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1887 Africa Crushing Extraction Farms Illustrated Metals Mill Mining News Precious Quartz South Stamping Transvaal Brereton Goldfields Moodie Water Powered
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This print takes us back to the De Kaap goldfields in Transvaal, South Africa, during the late 19th century. The focal point of this historical image is a water-powered stamping mill used for crushing precious gold-bearing quartz ore. Located near Brereton on Moodies Farms, this remarkable engraving from The Illustrated London News in 1887 showcases the ingenuity and determination of early miners. The scene depicts a bustling mining operation with workers diligently operating the stamping mill. This innovative technology harnessed the power of water to crush large quantities of quartz ore, extracting valuable metals like gold. As we gaze at this snapshot frozen in time, we can almost hear the rhythmic pounding of machinery echoing through the air. The significance of this image extends beyond its aesthetic appeal; it offers a glimpse into an era when South Africa's mineral wealth was being unlocked through relentless exploration and extraction efforts. It serves as a testament to human resilience and resourcefulness in their pursuit of economic prosperity. As we admire this piece from Universal Images Group (UIG), let us reflect on how far we have come since those pioneering days while acknowledging our responsibility to preserve our natural resources for future generations.
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