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Diamond mine in Griqualand-West c. 1879
Albumen print | 12.3 x 19.7 cm (image) | RCIN 2501247
Unknown Person
Diamond mine in Griqualand-West c. 1879
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Photograph of a diamond mine in Griqualand-West. There are ledges of earth cut to different heights with rough tracks running between them. There are a number of horses and carts moving along the tracks.
Griqualand-West was a former British colony in southern Africa. The discovery of diamonds in the area led to vast excavation sites and the mass immigration of workers.Provenance
From the collection of Queen Victoria
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Medium and techniques
Albumen print
Measurements
12.3 x 19.7 cm (image)
36.0 x 26.6 cm (page dimensions)
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