The Mineral Surveyor And Valuer's Complete Guide: Comprising A Treatise On Improved Mining Surveying And The Valuation Of Mining Properties (1887)

The Mineral Surveyor and Valuer's Complete Guide is a comprehensive book written by William Lintern in 1887. The book is aimed at mining surveyors and valuers and covers two main topics: improved mining surveying and the valuation of mining properties. The first section of the book delves into the principles and practices of mining surveying, providing detailed information on the tools and techniques used in the field. Lintern discusses the importance of accurate surveying in mining operations, and provides practical advice on how to carry out surveys effectively. He also covers topics such as leveling, triangulation, and the use of the theodolite.The second section of the book focuses on the valuation of mining properties. Lintern explains the various methods used to value mines, including the ""yield method"" and the ""capitalization method"". He also provides guidance on how to assess the value of mineral deposits, and how to take into account factors such as the quality of the ore, the depth of the mine, and the cost of extraction.Throughout the book, Lintern draws on his extensive experience as a mining surveyor and valuer, providing practical examples and case studies to illustrate his points. The book is highly regarded as a valuable resource for anyone involved in the mining industry, and remains an important reference work on the subject to this day.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.