The History of Gold Prospecting. Best sources?

[John-K]

Curious on suggested reading material for learning more on the history of Gold Prospecting from before the 1800s. Lots of great stuff on the 1800s and moving forward but I am interested in learning more on pre 1800s to include ancient methods since gold has played such a strong part in our civilization. I have found mention to it being important for trading but looking more for the actual business of finding/refining, etc... :-)

Thanks!

 

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A History of Mining on the Kenai Peninsula, Alaska - Grab it through Amazon!

[Terry Soloman]

Take advantage of Google and Bing. There are thousands of hours of lectures and articles to choose from. Here is one to get you started! Chapter 6: Ancient Silver and Gold

 

[John-K]

I will definitly check that link out. I have seen some stuff out there that is interesting and will look at any links people have found informative. Hoping that people may be able to suggest some stuff in that old media of paper and ink as well. Been able to find some great reads on Colorado from the library. Material in bound format only. :-D

 

[Goodyguy]

Gold - during the Primitive Era

Check out the "references and selected bibliography" at the end of the report for more in-depth research.


GG~

 

[trinityau]

Bir Umm Fawakhir: Insights into Ancient Egyptian Mining

Who discovered gold?

Ancient Gold Mining Techniques

The History of Gold Mining: Learn about Mining Gold

Ancient Egypt: Mining

Roman Deep-vein Mining

Check some of these out, TRINITYAU/RAYMILLS