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Washing Gear, Kimberley diamond mine, South Africa, c. 1888
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Washing Gear, Kimberley diamond mine, South Africa, c. 1888
Washing Gear, Kimberley diamond mine, South Africa, c.1888
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1888 Diamond Gear Kimberley Mine
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Washing Gear at the Kimberley Diamond Mine, South Africa, c. 1888: A Glimpse into the Early Diamond Rush Era This evocative photograph captures the scene at the Kimberley Diamond Mine in South Africa during the late 19th century. The image, titled "Washing Gear at the Kimberley Diamond Mine," offers a fascinating glimpse into the early days of the diamond rush that began in 1867 and lasted until the early 20th century. The photograph shows a group of miners, dressed in tattered clothing and hats, gathered around a large wooden washing trough filled with water. The trough is equipped with a wooden rake and a series of sluice boxes, which were used to separate diamonds from the sand and gravel. The miners are intently focused on their work, their expressions reflecting the determination and hope that drove them to seek their fortune in the diamond fields of Kimberley. The scene is set against a backdrop of rugged terrain and a clear blue sky, with the sun casting long shadows over the landscape. The photograph captures the harsh and unforgiving conditions that the miners faced on a daily basis, as they toiled to extract the valuable diamonds from the earth. The Kimberley Diamond Mine was the largest diamond mine in the world at the time, and it played a significant role in the global diamond trade. The discovery of diamonds in South Africa led to a rush of immigrants from around the world, and the mining industry transformed the country's economy and social fabric. This photograph is a valuable historical record of an important chapter in South African history, and it offers a unique insight into the lives of the miners who risked everything to seek their fortune in the diamond fields of Kimberley. The image is a poignant reminder of the human stories that lie behind the history of the diamond industry and the enduring allure of the precious stones.
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