Ruins of copper mine

The engine and beam were manufactured by the Perran Foundry, Cornwall, in 1836 and brought to the site in 1840 having previously worked at a mine in Cornwall. The beam is presently located on the beach in Handsome Bay, Virgin Gorda.

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This photograph is by carnkie and was uploaded August 7th 2008. © carnkie please do not copy or distribute without prior express permission.

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