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Mr. Kah smelting gold at the Assay Office, between c1900 and 1916. Creator: Unknown
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Mr. Kah smelting gold at the Assay Office, between c1900 and 1916. Creator: Unknown
Mr. Kah smelting gold at the Assay Office, between c1900 and 1916
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Alaska Alaskan Gold Mining Mining Nome Alaska United States North America Smelting Gold Digger
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This photograph captures the intensive process of gold smelting at the Assay Office in Nome, Alaska, during the early 20th century. The image, featuring an unidentified man named Mr. Kah, showcases the industrial side of the gold mining industry that thrived in Alaska and the United States during this period. Mr. Kah is depicted standing inside the Assay Office, wearing protective gear and intently focusing on the gold smelting process. The room is filled with a sense of history and heritage, as the building's interior exudes an industrial atmosphere with its large, imposing machinery and intricate piping. The Assay Office served a crucial role in the gold mining industry, as it was responsible for testing and assaying the purity of gold ore samples brought in by miners. The smelting process involved heating the ore in a furnace to melt the gold, which would then be separated from the other minerals using various techniques. This photograph offers a unique glimpse into the past, providing a window into the daily life and work of gold miners in Alaska during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. The image's timeless quality and intriguing subject matter make it an invaluable addition to any collection focused on American history, industrial heritage, or the gold mining industry.
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