Showing 77 items matching "antimony"
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Ringwood and District Historical SocietyGeological specimen - Rock, Stibnite rock sample from a Ringwood antimony mine
... Stibnite rock sample from a Ringwood antimony mine....Owned by Russ Haines since 1966. Antimony was mined in Ringwood during the 19th and early 20th centuries. ...Lump of antimony rock (Stibnite) from the mine in Ringwood. ...Stibnite has been used for centuries as a cosmetic (marking eyebrows). The antimony ore may also contain gold. Lump of antimony rock (Stibnite) from the mine in Ringwood. ...Owned by Russ Haines since 1966. Antimony was mined in Ringwood during the 19th and early 20th centuries. The ore known as Stibnite is a sulphide of Antimony. The metal is alloyed with lead in the manufacture of lead-acid batteries and in typesetting. Stibnite has been used for centuries as a cosmetic (marking eyebrows). The antimony ore may also contain gold.Lump of antimony rock (Stibnite) from the mine in Ringwood. See also History of Object. -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyBook, Ringwood Antimony Mine - Cash Book; 269 numbered pages. Includes one sheet summary of names. 1869 - 1871, 1869 - 1871
... Ringwood Antimony Mine - Cash Book; 269 numbered pages. ...Used during 1869 - 1871 to record expenses of the Ringwood Antimony Mining Co....Ringwood Antimony Mine - Cash Book; 269 numbered pages. ...Ringwood and District Historical Society 125A Warrandyte Road Ringwood North melbourne Used during 1869 - 1871 to record expenses of the Ringwood Antimony Mining Co. Ringwood Antimony Mine - Cash Book; 269 numbered pages. ...Used during 1869 - 1871 to record expenses of the Ringwood Antimony Mining Co.Ringwood Antimony Mine - Cash Book; 269 numbered pages. Includes one sheet summary of names. -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyPhotograph, View of the Ringwood Antimony Mine, buildings and headframe. C1900, c. 1900
... View of the Ringwood Antimony Mine, buildings and headframe. C1900...The Antimony mine, set on top of a hill, was originally the centre for Ringwood development. ...View of the Ringwood Antimony Mine, buildings and headframe. A chimney from a smelter can be seen on the LHS....View of the Ringwood Antimony Mine, buildings and headframe. C1900 Photograph Photograph ...The Antimony mine, set on top of a hill, was originally the centre for Ringwood development. The centre was relocated to the west around Ringwood station when the railway was built.View of the Ringwood Antimony Mine, buildings and headframe. A chimney from a smelter can be seen on the LHS. -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyGeological specimen, Ringwood Antimony Mining samples
... Ringwood Antimony Mining samples ...4 pieces of stibnite, ore of antimony (Sb2S3) from Ringwood mines. Antimony sample....Ringwood and District Historical Society 125A Warrandyte Road Ringwood North melbourne 4 pieces of stibnite, ore of antimony (Sb2S3) from Ringwood mines. Antimony sample. ...4 pieces of stibnite, ore of antimony (Sb2S3) from Ringwood mines. Antimony sample. -
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Geological specimen - Rocks - Minerals, Two rocks from Ringwood Antimony Mine c 1900, c. 1900
... Two rocks from Ringwood Antimony Mine c 1900...Some yellowing due to oxides of antimony from the Ringwood antimony mine. No traces of gold however!...Some yellowing due to oxides of antimony from the Ringwood antimony mine. No traces of gold however! ...Two rocks showing quartz, basalt and stibnite. Some yellowing due to oxides of antimony from the Ringwood antimony mine. No traces of gold however! -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyPhotograph, Article on The Ringwood Antimony Mines (in) The Mining Chronicle, 23rd September 1882
... Article on The Ringwood Antimony Mines (in) The Mining Chronicle, 23rd September 1882...Catalogue card reads, "Article on The Ringwood Antimony Mines (in) The Mining Chronicle, 23rd September 1882"....Article on The Ringwood Antimony Mines (in) The Mining Chronicle, 23rd September 1882 Photograph ...Catalogue card reads, "Article on The Ringwood Antimony Mines (in) The Mining Chronicle, 23rd September 1882". -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyBooklet - Mines Department, Victoria, Antimony Mining At Ringwood by H.E. Wilkinson, 1971
... Antimony Mining At Ringwood by H.E. Wilkinson...Between 1869 and 1892, the Ringwood antimony mines produced more than 3,500 tons of antimony ore, which represented bout 15 per cent of Victoria's antimony production for that period. ...Ringwood and District Historical Society 125A Warrandyte Road Ringwood North melbourne Between 1869 and 1892, the Ringwood antimony mines produced more than 3,500 tons of antimony ore, which represented bout 15 per cent of Victoria's antimony production for that period. ...Between 1869 and 1892, the Ringwood antimony mines produced more than 3,500 tons of antimony ore, which represented bout 15 per cent of Victoria's antimony production for that period. Much greater amounts were later taken from the mines at Costerfield and the Ringwood mines lapsed into obscurity. Most of the information in this booklet has been obtained from published and unpublished Geological Survey and Mines Department reports and Lease Records. (See full list of references included). -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyPhotograph, Self portrait of Mr. Pierce Boardman, Manager of Ringwood's main antimony mine. (undated but pre 1879)
... Pierce Boardman, Manager of Ringwood's main antimony mine. (undated but pre 1879)...Pierce Boardman, Manager of Ringwood's main antimony mine. Killed in mine, 1879"....Pierce Boardman, Manager of Ringwood's main antimony mine. (undated but pre 1879) Photograph ...Black and white photographTyped below photograph: "Self portrait of Mr. Pierce Boardman, Manager of Ringwood's main antimony mine. Killed in mine, 1879". -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyPhotograph, Site of Antimony Mine Ringwood, 1964
... Site of Antimony Mine Ringwood, 1964....Written on rear of backing sheet: "Site of Antimony Mine 1964. Mullock was used in making a lot of the roads in Ringwood. ...Black and white photograph Site of Antimony Mine Ringwood, 1964. Photograph ...Black and white photographWritten on rear of backing sheet: "Site of Antimony Mine 1964. Mullock was used in making a lot of the roads in Ringwood. Site later occupied by Civic Centre." -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyPhotograph, Antimony Mine, Ringwood, 1920
... Antimony Mine, Ringwood, 1920....Typed below photograph: "Antimony Mine, Ringwood. Real Photo Series M.2448." ...Ringwood and District Historical Society 125A Warrandyte Road Ringwood North melbourne Typed below photograph: "Antimony Mine, Ringwood. Real Photo Series M.2448." ...Black and white photograph (2 copies- 1 large, 1 postcard size)Typed below photograph: "Antimony Mine, Ringwood. Real Photo Series M.2448." Image shows the mine poppet head and adjacent building and chimney stack. -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyPhotograph, Antimony Mine, Ringwood, 1920
... Antimony Mine, Ringwood, 1920....Written on back of large copy: "Antimony Mine, Ringwood (Later Civic Centre site),1920." ...Black and white photograph (2 copies- 1 large, 1 postcard size) Antimony Mine, Ringwood, 1920. Photograph ...Black and white photograph (2 copies- 1 large, 1 postcard size)Written on back of large copy: "Antimony Mine, Ringwood (Later Civic Centre site),1920." Image shows the mine poppet head and the adjacent building and chimney stack. -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyPhotograph, Replica Antimony Mine Poppet Head - Ringwood Lake Park -1987
... Replica Antimony Mine Poppet Head - Ringwood Lake Park -1987..."Written on back of photograph" Replica antimony mine poppet head -Ringwood Lake Park -1987 Similar photographs -Reg 944, Re 118a located in NWD 02-07-08....Coloured photograph Replica Antimony Mine Poppet Head - Ringwood Lake Park -1987 Photograph ...Coloured photograph"Written on back of photograph" Replica antimony mine poppet head -Ringwood Lake Park -1987 Similar photographs -Reg 944, Re 118a located in NWD 02-07-08. -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyPlan - Department of Mines, Victoria, Ringwood Gold and Antimony Mine - 1921
... Ringwood Gold and Antimony Mine - 1921...Technical drawings of Antimony Mine - Plan view, Transverse Section view, and Longitudinal Section view. ...Ringwood Gold and Antimony Mine - 1921 Plan Department of Mines, Victoria ...Technical drawings of Antimony Mine - Plan view, Transverse Section view, and Longitudinal Section view. Includes Main Shaft, No.1 Level 184', No.2 Level 244', No.3 Level 304', No.4 Level 372'. Multiple copies, including copy with overlay of Civic Centre.Scale 40 feet to 1 inch. Surveyed 20-12-21. Traced 1-7-66. W-2568/B/1. -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyDocument, Extract from the Victoria Mining Surveyors & Registrars, Quarter ended 31st March, 1883, including activities of The Ringwood Antimony Tribute Company and The Ringwood Consols Company
... Extract from the Victoria Mining Surveyors & Registrars, Quarter ended 31st March, 1883, including activities of The Ringwood Antimony Tribute Company and The Ringwood Consols Company....The other document is an extract from the Reports relating to 'The Ringwood Antimony Tribute Company' and other associated mining activities at Ringwood....The other document is an extract from the Reports relating to 'The Ringwood Antimony Tribute Company' and other associated mining activities at Ringwood. ...Printed documents (2)The first document is a copy of the front cover of: "Reports of the Mining Surveyors & Registrars. Quarter ended 31st March 1883." The other document is an extract from the Reports relating to 'The Ringwood Antimony Tribute Company' and other associated mining activities at Ringwood. -
Ringwood and District Historical Society
Envelope, Packet: Ringwood Area Hotels - Coach and Horses, Empress India, Burnt Bridge. Also Antimony Mine Hotel Proclaimed 1878
... Packet: Ringwood Area Hotels - Coach and Horses, Empress India, Burnt Bridge. Also Antimony Mine Hotel Proclaimed 1878...Hotels list; Coach and Horses Hotel; Club Hotel Sept-1887 Wiggin sold to Lindsey; Empress India Hotel; Antimony Mine Hotel, East Ringwood, Cnr Main & Pratt St proclaimed 21-Jan-1878 owing to increase in mining population, 4 licences in locality; Burnt Bridge Hotel; "Duke of York"...Also Antimony Mine Hotel Proclaimed 1878 Envelope ...Hotels list; Coach and Horses Hotel; Club Hotel Sept-1887 Wiggin sold to Lindsey; Empress India Hotel; Antimony Mine Hotel, East Ringwood, Cnr Main & Pratt St proclaimed 21-Jan-1878 owing to increase in mining population, 4 licences in locality; Burnt Bridge Hotel; "Duke of York" -
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Documents, Packet: Ringwood Antimony Mine Correspondence and Clippings. Kenny Paper 1942; Miner's Cottage Field Notes etc, 1874-1970
... Packet: Ringwood Antimony Mine Correspondence and Clippings. Kenny Paper 1942; Miner's Cottage Field Notes etc...Various papers relating to the Ringwood Antimony Mine; Paper by J.P.L. Kenny B.G.E. 1942; Various newspaper cuttings; Field notes by D. ...Ringwood and District Historical Society 125A Warrandyte Road Ringwood North melbourne Various papers relating to the Ringwood Antimony Mine; Paper by J.P.L. Kenny B.G.E. 1942; Various newspaper cuttings; Field notes by D. ...Various papers relating to the Ringwood Antimony Mine; Paper by J.P.L. Kenny B.G.E. 1942; Various newspaper cuttings; Field notes by D. Brown - Miner's Cottage; Mining By-Laws 1916 (McKaskill); Share scrip Montezuma Mining Company Holding 200 December 1901; Miner's Right - 8 November 1907 +Additional Keywords: Kenny, J - B.G.E. / Brown, D / McCaskill / Temple Miles, A -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyPlaque, City of Ringwood replica Antimony Mine Poppet Head commemorative plaque - 1987, 1987
... City of Ringwood replica Antimony Mine Poppet Head commemorative plaque - 1987....'City of Ringwood/ Poppett Head/ This Poppett head is a replica of one which was used at/ the Ringwood Antimony Mine located at the present/ Civic Centre Site, Mines Road, Ringwood east./ The Poppett head was erected by the/ Ringwood City Council, in conjunction with the/ Ringwood Historical Research Group, and was/ commissioned by the Mayor of Ringwood/ Councillor Lillian Rosewarne, JP/ on 12th April 1987/...+Additional Keywords: Rosewarne, Lillian, Cr City of Ringwood replica Antimony Mine Poppet Head commemorative plaque - 1987. ...Installed 12-April-1987 on the poppett head near the Ringwood Lake. It was removed c.2005.Plaque 'City of Ringwood/ Poppett Head' embossed. +Additional Keywords: Rosewarne, Lillian, Cr'City of Ringwood/ Poppett Head/ This Poppett head is a replica of one which was used at/ the Ringwood Antimony Mine located at the present/ Civic Centre Site, Mines Road, Ringwood east./ The Poppett head was erected by the/ Ringwood City Council, in conjunction with the/ Ringwood Historical Research Group, and was/ commissioned by the Mayor of Ringwood/ Councillor Lillian Rosewarne, JP/ on 12th April 1987/ -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyPhotograph, Overlooking Ringwood from Loughnans Hill showing the antimony mine and brick works c.1914
... Overlooking Ringwood from Loughnans Hill showing the antimony mine and brick works c.1914...The following is written on the back of one of the enlargements, "View of Ringwood East taken from Loughnans Hill showing the antimony mine and brick works. Houses across centre are in Warrandyte Road....Overlooking Ringwood from Loughnans Hill showing the antimony mine and brick works c.1914 Photograph ...Two postcards, same view but different reverse sides. One was made by "Empire" with a 1d postage (see description below); the other with "JB McAlpin, Estate and Financial Agent, District Government Valuer, Ringwood". A letter on one of the postcards is dated 1914 and is addressed to "Mrs. F. Palmer, c/- Mrs. E. F. Tregaskis, White Horse Road, Ringwood, via Melbourne". The letter is to her mother and the daughter's name is "Eveline". The following is written on the back of one of the enlargements, "View of Ringwood East taken from Loughnans Hill showing the antimony mine and brick works. Houses across centre are in Warrandyte Road. -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyDomestic object - Teapot, Antimony-based Britannia metal teapot - only display item recovered from replica Antimony Miner's Hut destroyed by fire at Ringwood Lake Park circa 2006, <1860
... Antimony-based Britannia metal teapot - only display item recovered from replica Antimony Miner's Hut destroyed by fire at Ringwood Lake Park circa 2006....Pouring spout and '7' shaped handle. Antimony-based Britannia metal teapot - only display item recovered from replica Antimony Miner's Hut destroyed by fire at Ringwood Lake Park circa 2006. ...This teapot was donated to the Historical Society and placed in the Miner's Cottage display where it remained for several years. It was removed for cleaning and put in an archives display cabinet. The miner's cottage burnt down and thus the teapot is the only remaining object from the site.Teapot made of Britannia metal. Oval with recumbent dog on top. Insulated handle. Brilliant cut design on sides. Pouring spout and '7' shaped handle.On base: 8 Warranted best Britannia metal. Sheffield. 1204 -
Whitehorse Historical Society Inc.
Document, Mineral statistics of Victoria, 1878
... A mine at Nunawading produces 930 tons 17cwt of Antimony....A mine at Nunawading produces 930 tons 17cwt of Antimony....A mine at Nunawading produces 930 tons 17cwt of Antimony. Mineral statistics of Victoria Document Document ...Extract from Report presented to both houses of Parliament 1878.Extract from Report presented to both houses of Parliament 1878. A mine at Nunawading produces 930 tons 17cwt of Antimony.Extract from Report presented to both houses of Parliament 1878. mines and mining, nunawading -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyPhotograph, Antimony Mine, Ringwood. c1880 (Later Civic Centre site)
... Antimony Mine, Ringwood. c1880 (Later Civic Centre site)...Black and white photograph (2 Images MI0001a and MI0001b) Antimony Mine, Ringwood. c1880 (Later Civic Centre site) Photograph ...Black and white photograph (2 Images MI0001a and MI0001b)Image shows mine building with poppet head behind and tall chimney to right of picture. Written on bottom of photograph: "Fred Viruger, Photo. Preston." -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyPhotograph, Antimony Mine, Ringwood,1920. (Later Civic Centre site)
... Antimony Mine, Ringwood,1920. (Later Civic Centre site)...Black and white photograph (2 copies- 1 large, 1 postcard size) Antimony Mine, Ringwood,1920. (Later Civic Centre site) Photograph ...Black and white photograph (2 copies- 1 large, 1 postcard size) Image shows mine building and poppet head. Gum trees to left of picture. Mullock heaps ("tailings") around place used extensively in making roads in Ringwood in early days. -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyPhotograph, Copy of sketch of Antimony Mine, Ringwood. 1896
... Copy of sketch of Antimony Mine, Ringwood. 1896....Black and white photograph (2 copies- 1 large, 1 small) Copy of sketch of Antimony Mine, Ringwood. 1896. Photograph ...Black and white photograph (2 copies- 1 large, 1 small)The sketch was done by the daughter of the mine Manager (possibly Pierce Boardman) and was lent on the occasion of the opening of the Ringwood Civic Centre. -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyPhotograph, View from Loughnans Hill showing the antimony mine and brickworks towards East Ringwood c.1912
... View from Loughnans Hill showing the antimony mine and brickworks towards East Ringwood c.1912...View from Loughnans Hill showing the antimony mine and brickworks towards East Ringwood c.1912 Photograph ...One postcard and same view duplicated in a larger photo. Houses across centre are in Warrandyte Road. -
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History Essay, Morcom, Caroline, Antimony Mining in Ringwood, Sep-86
... Antimony Mining in Ringwood...Australian History - Local history research essay by Caroline Morcom; Loose 1-page description of cottage +Additional Keywords: Morcom, Caroline / Sherburn, Charles / Dempsey, Mrs Antimony Mining in Ringwood History Essay Morcom, Caroline ...Local history project for an optional unit of H.S.C. Australian history 1986 including description of miner's cottage and names of people who lived in the cottage - Charles Sherburn and his family.26 typed pages of local history in manila folder - H.S.C. Australian History - Local history research essay by Caroline Morcom; Loose 1-page description of cottage +Additional Keywords: Morcom, Caroline / Sherburn, Charles / Dempsey, Mrs -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyNewspaper - Clipping, The Ringwood Antimony Mines, 26-Sep-1882
... The Ringwood Antimony Mines...Victoria Library Photocopied text printed on glossy paper from The Mining Chronicle - September 26, 1882, describing mining operations being carried out in Ringwood at the time, including references to Ringwood Consols Company. The Ringwood Antimony Mines Newspaper Clipping ...Photocopied text printed on glossy paper from The Mining Chronicle - September 26, 1882, describing mining operations being carried out in Ringwood at the time, including references to Ringwood Consols Company.Mines Dept. Victoria Library -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyPhotograph, Former antimony mine site, prior to becoming site of Maroondah Civic Centre, Braeside Avenue, Ringwood - 1963
... Former antimony mine site, prior to becoming site of Maroondah Civic Centre, Braeside Avenue, Ringwood - 1963....Ringwood and District Historical Society 125A Warrandyte Road Ringwood North melbourne Black and white photograph Former antimony mine site, prior to becoming site of Maroondah Civic Centre, Braeside Avenue, Ringwood - 1963. ...Black and white photograph -
Bendigo Historical Society Inc.
Plan - South Costerfield Antimony and Gold Mining Company
... 'South Costerfield Antimony and Gold Mining Company was registered yesterday. ...South Costerfield Antimony and Gold Mining Company Plan forms part of the Margaret Roberts Collection....'South Costerfield Antimony and Gold Mining Company was registered yesterday. ...The mine was located at Costerfield. 'South Costerfield Antimony and Gold Mining Company was registered yesterday. Nominal capital is £10,000 with shares of 2/- each with subscribed capital of £2,000. Mr. R.J.A. Bruce is the Manager'. (The Argus, 7th February 1947, p 8) South Costerfield Antimony and Gold Mining Company Plan forms part of the Margaret Roberts Collection.gold mining, gold, south costerfield antimony and gold mining company, costerfield, heathcote, r.j.a. bruce -
Ringwood and District Historical SocietyNewspaper - clipping, Eastern Post Gazette, Rich Strike Still Awaits, 4-Feb-70
... Antimony became a hot topic in 1970 as the price of the metal rose. ...Newspaper clipping dated 4 February 1970 (page 3) showing buildings at the old antimony mine in Ringwood, Victoria. Photo provided by Mr J.K. ...Ringwood and District Historical Society 125A Warrandyte Road Ringwood North melbourne Antimony became a hot topic in 1970 as the price of the metal rose. ...Antimony became a hot topic in 1970 as the price of the metal rose. The site of the mine was "pegged" again.Newspaper clipping dated 4 February 1970 (page 3) showing buildings at the old antimony mine in Ringwood, Victoria. Photo provided by Mr J.K. McCaskill. -
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Administrative record - Mining Reports, Government Printer, Melbourne, Colony of Victoria quarterly and annual mining reports - 1860s 1870s & 1880s, 1865 - 1883
... antimony.... - William White injured in truck accident at New Ringwood Antimony Tribute Company, 31st March 1882..... - William White injured in truck accident at New Ringwood Antimony Tribute Company, 31st March 1882. 3. .... - William White injured in truck accident at New Ringwood Antimony Tribute Company, 31st March 1882. antimony boardman william white Boxed collection of soft and hard bound reports including: 1. ...Colony of Victoria mining reports show any Ringwood mine references under Castlemaine District, St. Andrews Subdivision. Noteworthy for Ringwood: - Death of Pierce Boardman, mining manager at New Ringwood Mining Co., accidentally killed when he lost his footing and fell to a depth of 40 feet on 1st January 1879. - William White injured in truck accident at New Ringwood Antimony Tribute Company, 31st March 1882.Boxed collection of soft and hard bound reports including: 1. Quarterly Colony of Victoria reports of the Mining Surveyors & Registrars, Victoria, 1865-1881 - Summary of gold mining statistics for the quarter - Tables showing the yield of gold from certain parcels of quartz raised during the quarter in some of the deepest mines in Victoria with depth of the deepest shafts, levels, cross-cuts, etc. - Estimated yield of gold and quantity of gold exported during the quarter - Gold received and issued from the Royal Mint during the quarter - Summary of yield of gold from quartz, tailings, etc., crushed during the quarter - Summary of yield of gold from washdirt and cement washed and crushed during quarter - Number and distribution of miners on the goldfields of the colony. 2. 1879-82 Hard bound volume - Chief Inspector of Mines Reports to the Honorable Minister of Mines, Victoria. (Includes fatal and non-fatal accident reports, mining operations, and employment statistcs.) Noteworthy for Ringwood: - Death of Pierce Boardman, mining manager at New Ringwood Mining Co., accidentally killed when he lost his footing and fell to a depth of 40 feet on 1st January 1879. - William White injured in truck accident at New Ringwood Antimony Tribute Company, 31st March 1882. 3. Mineral Statistics for Victoria - annual reports for years 1867, 1871, 1874, 1876, 1877, 1878, & 1879. 4. Handwritten study notes.antimony, boardman, william white
