Getting Gold: A Practical Treatise for Prospectors, Miners and Students

"Getting Gold: A Practical Treatise for Prospectors, Miners and Students" by J. C. F. Johnson is a detailed instructional guide focused on gold mining practices, published during the late 19th century. This work serves as both a historical record and a practical manual, offering insights i...

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Main Author: Johnson, J. C. F. 1848-1904
Format: eBook
Published: Salt Lake City, UT : Project Gutenberg, 2006
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Online Access:https://www.gutenberg.org/ebooks/3679
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520 |a "Getting Gold: A Practical Treatise for Prospectors, Miners and Students" by J. C. F. Johnson is a detailed instructional guide focused on gold mining practices, published during the late 19th century. This work serves as both a historical record and a practical manual, offering insights into the methods employed by prospectors and miners during a booming era of gold discovery in places like Australia and the Americas. The book discusses various techniques for extracting gold from different types of geological formations, emphasizing the importance of knowledge and skill in successful mining operations. At the start of the treatise, the author reflects on the historical significance and universal desirability of gold, offering anecdotes and data that highlight its timeless appeal. Johnson introduces the primary concepts of gold mining, including the distinction between alluvial and reef mining, and outlines the processes involved in prospecting and extracting the valuable metal. He shares practical advice gleaned from over three decades of experience, addressing both novices and experienced miners, and emphasizes the value of understanding geological formations in locating precious metals. The preface and introductory chapter set the stage for a comprehensive exploration of the various aspects of gold mining to follow. (This is an automatically generated summary.) 
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