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Greetings Card : Polkanuggo Quarry, Stithians, Cornwall. 1903-1904
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Polkanuggo Quarry, Stithians, Cornwall. 1903-1904
A general view of Polkanuggo Quarry with steam traction engine BETA No 483 and workers posing for the camera. The traction engine was made around June 1885 by John Fowler of Leeds and was owned by Freeman & Sons. The figure to the left of the steam engine, with his hand on the stone being lifted, was identified as James Ginger Opie, the Quarry Manager at Polkanuggo by his great granddaughter in 2004. The children in the right foreground include his two sons. Part of the Freeman & Sons, Penryn Collection. Photographer: Unknown
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TRURI : VMmbe.20
Media ID 18950164
© From the collection of the RIC
Building Cart Chains Chisel Craftsmen Crane Dressing Extraction Face Freemans Granite Hammer Horse Industry Labour Labourers Ladder Mabe Mineral Quarries Quarrying Record Stone Stones Tools Trade Work Workers Working Dressed
Greetings Card (7"x5")
Introducing the Media Storehouse collection of vintage greetings cards, featuring a captivating image from the Royal Cornwall Museum. This exquisite card showcases a glimpse into the past with a general view of Polkanuggo Quarry in Stithians, Cornwall, dating back to 1903-1904. The image beautifully captures the essence of history with the steam traction engine BETA No 483, proudly displayed amidst the quarry workers, who have taken a moment to pose for the camera. This engine, a masterpiece created by John Fowler of Leeds around June 1885, adds an intriguing touch to this timeless piece. Send a piece of history with every greeting, as you share this nostalgic moment with your loved ones.
Folded Greeting Cards (12.5x17.5 cm) have a laminate finish and are supplied with an envelope. The front and inside can be personalised with text in a selection of fonts, layouts and colours.
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Estimated Product Size is 12.5cm x 17.5cm (4.9" x 6.9")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print from 1903-1904 showcases the Polkanuggo Quarry in Stithians, Cornwall. The image captures a general view of the quarry, with its rugged landscape and towering granite formations. In the foreground, we see a steam traction engine named BETA No 483, manufactured by John Fowler of Leeds around June 1885. This impressive machine was owned by Freeman & Sons, who played a significant role in the mining industry at that time. The photograph also features workers posing for the camera, providing us with an intimate glimpse into their daily lives. Among them is James Ginger Opie, identified as the Quarry Manager at Polkanuggo by his great granddaughter in 2004. His presence adds a personal touch to this historical snapshot. Intriguingly, two young boys can be seen in the right foreground - they are none other than James Ginger Opie's own sons. Their inclusion highlights how families were often involved in these labor-intensive industries. This remarkable photo belongs to the Freeman & Sons Penryn Collection and serves as an invaluable record of Cornwall's mineral extraction history. It beautifully captures both the physicality of quarrying work and the craftsmanship required to extract and dress stones. From chisels and hammers to chains and ladders, this image showcases various tools used by these skilled labourers during that era. Additionally, it offers glimpses of other elements such as horses pulling carts and even a faithful dog accompanying its master on-site. Overall
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