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Reconstructed Sheer-legs, Gangway shaft

A reconstruction of an early set of legs or tripod over Gangway shaft (45ft. deep), which would have been worked by a horse or donkey to pull material out of the mine - sometimes referred to as a 'gear pit'.

This photograph is by I.A.Recordings and was uploaded July 28th 2009. © I.A.Recordings please do not copy or distribute without prior express permission.

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