A Handbook On Gold And Silver (1878)

von R. H. Hollingbery

404 Seiten, Taschenbuch

Kurzbeschreibung des Verlags

A Handbook On Gold And Silver, written by R. H. Hollingbery and originally published in 1878, is a comprehensive guide to the mining, refining, and valuation of gold and silver. The book covers topics such as the geological formation of precious metals, the chemical processes involved in their extraction, and the various methods used to determine their purity and value. It also includes practical advice for miners and refiners, such as how to properly assay ores and alloys, and how to avoid common pitfalls in the refining process. The book is written in a clear and accessible style, making it an invaluable resource for anyone interested in the history and science of gold and silver mining and refining.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.

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• ISBN: 9781120118707
• Sprache: Englisch
• Erscheinungsdatum: 24.09.2009
• Größe: 229 x 152 mm
• Verlag: Kessinger Publishing, LLC