Prospecting Locating And Valuing Mines: A Practical Treatise For The Use Of Prospectors Investors And Mining Men Generally (1900) - Softcover

Stretch, Richard Henry

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1164195336 ISBN 13: 9781164195337

Publisher: Kessinger Publishing, 2010

Synopsis

""Prospecting Locating and Valuing Mines"" is a practical guidebook written by Richard Henry Stretch in 1900, aimed at prospectors, investors, and mining professionals. The book provides comprehensive information on how to locate and evaluate mineral deposits, including gold, silver, copper, lead, zinc, and other minerals. It covers various methods of prospecting, such as geological mapping, sampling, and testing, as well as the use of modern instruments and tools, such as the compass, the microscope, and the assay furnace.The book also includes detailed instructions on how to stake and register mining claims, how to conduct mining operations, and how to manage and finance mining ventures. It covers topics such as the legal aspects of mining, the duties and responsibilities of mine owners and operators, and the various risks and challenges involved in the mining industry. The author draws from his own experience as a mining engineer and geologist, providing numerous examples and case studies from various mining districts around the world.Overall, ""Prospecting Locating and Valuing Mines"" is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the mining industry, whether as a professional or an amateur. It provides practical advice and guidance on how to succeed in the challenging and rewarding world of mineral exploration and extraction.With An Account Of The Principal Minerals And Country Rocks, And Deposits, Locations And Patents, The Early Development Of Mines, Earthly Mineral Products, Coal, Gold Gravels And Gravel Mining, Measurement Of Water And Artesian Wells.This scarce antiquarian book is a facsimile reprint of the old original and may contain some imperfections such as library marks and notations. Because we believe this work is culturally important, we have made it available as part of our commitment for protecting, preserving, and promoting the world's literature in affordable, high quality, modern editions, that are true to their original work.

Edition details

• Publisher: Kessinger Publishing
• Publication date: 2010
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1164195336
• ISBN 13: 9781164195337
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 398