Gold Mining
by Library Of Congress/science Photo Library
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Gold Mining
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Library Of Congress/science Photo Library
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Photograph - Photograph
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Gold mining. Miners using jets of water to loosen soil while placer mining for gold. Placer mining is where alluvial surface deposits are examined for minerals, as opposed to deep underground excavations. This gold mining operation is on the Boise River, in Twin Springs, Idaho, USA. This photograph was published circa 1901.
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February 25th, 2021
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