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Quicksilver mining in Guadalcazar, Mexico, 1891

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Quicksilver mining in Guadalcazar, Mexico, 1891

Quicksilver-mining in Mexico: the Guadalcazar quicksilver mines, 1891. 1. Road to the mines through the canon of the Porphyry Mountain; 2. and 3. Ceremony of the English company receiving possession; 4. preparing to start for outlying mines; 5. Indians breaking ore; 6. Indian tending crude Mexican furnace. Date: 1891

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Quicksilver Mining in Mexico: A Glimpse into the Guadalcazar Quicksilver Mines of 1891 This photograph series offers a rare glimpse into the Quicksilver mines of Guadalcazar, Mexico, during the late 1890s. Quicksilver, also known as mercury, was an essential element in the mining industry due to its role in the extraction of gold and silver. The first image presents the winding road leading to the mines, nestled within the canyon of the Porphyry Mountain. The rugged terrain and barren landscape set the stage for the arduous journey that awaited the miners and their supplies. In the second and third images, we witness the formal ceremony of the English company taking possession of the mines. The British, known for their extensive trading networks, had a significant presence in the Mexican quicksilver industry. The exchange of papers and formalities marked the beginning of another productive year in the mines. The fourth image shows the preparations for the journey to the outlying mines. Miners, likely a mix of Mexicans and foreign workers, gather their tools and supplies before setting off on the treacherous terrain. The fifth and sixth images depict the daily workings of the mines. Mexican miners are seen breaking the ore, likely using simple tools such as hammers and chisels. In the background, an Indian tends to a rudimentary Mexican furnace, where the quicksilver would be extracted from the ore through a laborious process. This photograph series provides a unique look into the lives of the miners and the quicksilver mining industry in Mexico during the late 1890s. The images offer a glimpse into the harsh conditions and the cultural exchange that took place between the Mexican and British communities during this period.

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