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Oakeley slate quarry, photograph
Splitting a slab into pillars for removal from slate mine. This is done by means of specially prepared wedges hammered into holes bored in appropriate places.
At the critical moment the slate cracks with a audible 'ping'.
Collection Area
Industry
Item Number
52.465/25
Measurements
Length
(mm): 298
Width
(mm): 251
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