1935 Print Benguet Mine Gold Philippines Igorots Miner Consolidated FZ2

This is an original 1935 halftone print of gold mining in the Benguet Mine of the Philippines. The caption writes, "When the Americans first started to mine gold, using dynamite for blasting, the natives believed that the noise would frighten the gold back into the mountain. The American operators, however, have been careful to humor native superstitions, with the result that the modern Igorot has supreme confidence in modern methods..."

CONDITION

This 76+ year old Item is rated Near Mint / Very Fine. Light aging throughout. No creases. No natural defects. No surface rub. No tears. No water damage. Please note that there is print on the reverse.

• Product Type: Original Halftone Print; Black / White
• Grade: Near Mint / Very Fine
• Dimensions: Approximately 4.75 x 5.5 inches; 12 x 14 cm
• Authentication: Serial-Numbered Certificate of Authenticity w/ Full Provenance
• Protection: Packaged in a custom archival sleeve with an acid-free black board (great for display, gift-giving, and preservation)

Keywords specific to this image: prospecting, Judge Haussermann, mining, Cordillera Administrative Region, Pangasinan, La Union, Baguio, Luzon

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