Bilston - a section of Bradley Mine : engraving

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Date:1st of December 1806

Description:Engraving coloured by hand. Inscribed 'A Section of BRADLEY MINE, near Bilston, showing the various Strata, and the several operations of the Miners in getting the Ten Yard Coal in the Staffordshire COLLIERIES.' Shows a primitive winding engine and men working underground. Anonymous.

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Mining & Quarrying Mines

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Donor ref:SV-II.32 (45/7624)

Source: William Salt Library

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