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Framed Print of Tin dressing floor at Wheal Sparnon being turned into Victoria Park, Redruth, Cornwall. Late 1800s
The area in the photograph is now covered by Clinton Road, Park Road and Albany Road, Redruth. According to the Ordnance Survey Six Inch map Cornwall LXIII. NE, surveyed 1877 to 1879, the mine is disused at that time. By the same OS area map Cornwall LXIII. NE Revised 1906, the whole are is covered in housing. The mine produced copper, as well as traces of cobalt and gold. Thomas Spargo states in his book, The Mines of Cornwall (1865), that Wheal Sparnon was in the the parish of Redruth, Cornwall, in 6, 000 shares. Secretary, Mr G.H. Cardozo, London. Purser, Mr W.P. Cardozo, Camborne. Manager, Captain Wm. Tregay, Redruth. Rocks, granite and clay-slate, 60 men employed in the mine, operations on the surface of which commenced in 1864. Land owner, Lord Clinton. Dues 1-20th. Depth of adit, 18 fathoms; depth under adit, 60 fathoms. A 70-inch pumping-engine just completed, also a 22-inch winding-engine. Little has been as yet been done by the Company under the surface; but it is generally believed that enormous quantities of tin will be raised after the mine has been cleared of water'. Photographer: Probably Henry Opie. Royal Cornwall Museum is the UK's Greatest Museum For Cornish Life & Culture. © From the collection of the RIC
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Media ID 15405416
Cornish Mining History , Tin Mining In Cornwall
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Framed Prints featuring historic images like 'Tin dressing floor at Wheal Sparnon being turned into Victoria Park, Redruth, Cornwall. Late 1800s' from the Royal Cornwall Museum. Perfect for history enthusiasts and art lovers alike, these framed prints are an addition to any room's interior design.
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Photo Prints - Step back in time and discover the transformation of a former tin dressing floor into the Victoria Park, Redruth, Cornwall. This print from our range captures a glimpse of history as it was being turned into a green space in the late 1800s. Now covered by Clinton Road, Park Road and Albany Road, this area has been lovingly preserved for future generations to enjoy through prints like this one.
Greetings Cards - Discover the transformation of a bygone era in our range of Greetings Cards. This image from the Royal Cornwall Museum shows the tin dressing floor at Wheal Sparnon being repurposed into Victoria Park, Redruth, Cornwall in the late 1800s. Now covered by Clinton Road, Park Road and Albany Road, it's amazing to see how this historic site has been transformed over time. Share a piece of history with loved ones and celebrate the beauty of change.
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Poster Prints - Step back in time and uncover the rich history of Cornwall with our poster prints. This image, taken from the Royal Cornwall Museum's archives, captures a poignant moment in Redruth's transformation - the conversion of Wheal Sparnon's tin dressing floor into Victoria Park. Now covered by Clinton Road, Park Road and Albany Road, this once-industrial site has been reborn as a tranquil green space for locals to enjoy. Bring a touch of Cornish heritage into your home with this piece of local history.
Metal Prints - Step back in time and uncover the rich history of Cornwall with our Metal Prints. This image from the Royal Cornwall Museum shows a glimpse into Redruth's past, where the old Tin dressing floor at Wheal Sparnon was transformed into Victoria Park. Now covered by Clinton Road, Park Road and Albany Road, this photograph brings to life a moment in time that would have otherwise been forgotten. Bring a piece of Cornish heritage into your home with our Metal Prints.
Canvas Prints - Step back in time and uncover the rich history of Cornwall with our Canvas Prints from the Media Storehouse range. This image, taken from the Royal Cornwall Museum, shows a poignant moment in Redruth's transformation - the conversion of Wheal Sparnon's tin dressing floor into Victoria Park. Now hidden beneath Clinton Road, Park Road and Albany Road, this photograph brings to life a bygone era that once flourished in this Cornish town.
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Image Download - Download high-resolution image of Tin dressing floor at Wheal Sparnon being transformed into Victoria Park, Redruth, Cornwall, circa late 1800s. This photograph is courtesy of the Royal Cornwall Museum and features a historic scene now covered by Clinton Road, Park Road and Albany Road. Editorial use, personal use and TV/Film permitted with rights-managed license.
Modern Frame 14"x12" (36x31cm)
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Wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 fade resistant photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, 40mm wide x 15mm Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: measurements provided are estimated outer dimensions, which include both the image and the frame. While we aim to keep sizing consistent, exact dimensions may vary slightly due to differences in print size or production requirements, which may result in a variation in the overall size (up to approximately 2.5cm (1"))
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.5cm (9.6" x 6.9")
Estimated Product Size is 36cm x 31cm (14.2" x 12.2")
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