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Mining drill core sample with gold content
Gold ore. A mining drill sample with a high concentration of gold ore. This soft, heavy, acid- resistant metal is usually found in quartz veins, as a natural alloy with silver, and in concentrations of sedimentary origin. The main gold- bearing districts are Witwatersrand (South Africa), the Mother Lode (California, USA), the Yukon (Alaska, USA), Porcupine (Northwest Territory, Canada) and the USSR. It is used as a monetary standard, in jewellery, in dentistry and for scientific and electronic instruments
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Media ID 6283703
© KAJ R. SVENSSON/SCIENCE PHOTO LIBRARY
Element Gold Metal Mine Native
17"x15" (43x38cm) Premium Frame
FSC real wood frame with double mounted 10x8 print. Double mounted with white conservation mountboard. Frame moulding comprises stained composite natural wood veneers (Finger Jointed Pine) 39mm wide by 21mm thick. Archival quality Fujifilm CA photo paper mounted onto 1mm card. Overall outside dimensions are 17x15 inches (431x381mm). Rear features Framing tape to cover staples, 50mm Hanger plate, cork bumpers. Glazed with durable thick 2mm Acrylic to provide a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish. Acrylic Glass is far safer, more flexible and much lighter than typical mineral glass. Moreover, its higher translucency makes it a perfect carrier for photo prints. Acrylic allows a little more light to penetrate the surface than conventional glass and absorbs UV rays so that the image and the picture quality doesn't suffer under direct sunlight even after many years. Easily cleaned with a damp cloth. Please note that, to prevent the paper falling through the mount window and to prevent cropping of the original artwork, the visible print may be slightly smaller to allow the paper to be securely attached to the mount without any white edging showing and to match the aspect ratio of the original artwork.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 16.9cm (9.6" x 6.7")
Estimated Product Size is 43.1cm x 38.1cm (17" x 15")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a mining drill core sample, brimming with the precious metal known as gold. With its high concentration of gold ore, this sample is a testament to the remarkable geological formations that harbor this soft yet heavy metal. Gold is renowned for its resistance to acid and can often be found in quartz veins or naturally alloyed with silver. The origins of gold deposits are diverse, ranging from sedimentary concentrations to specific regions around the world. Notable gold-bearing districts include Witwatersrand in South Africa, the Mother Lode in California (USA), Yukon in Alaska (USA), Porcupine in Northwest Territory (Canada), and even parts of the former USSR. Beyond its allure as a monetary standard throughout history, gold finds extensive use across various industries. From adorning exquisite jewelry pieces to serving vital roles in dentistry and scientific instruments, this versatile element continues to captivate human imagination. As we delve into the intricacies of our planet's resources through mining drills like those depicted here, we gain valuable insights into Earth's wealth hidden beneath our feet. This stunning image from Science Photo Library reminds us of both nature's bounty and humanity's ceaseless pursuit of knowledge about our planet's treasures.
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