The Gold Deposits of the Rand (1917)

Sought after first edition of this important document about gold deposits of the Rand - a sound copy with 65 illustrations, 2 folding diagrams, 1 multiple folding table and numerous diagams and tables. We sold a copy of this title for $2.310 on Auction #111 at AntiquarianAuctions.com.

This book contains all important facts and statistics about the gold deposits of the Rand, as well as the extraction methods and processes and the study of the rare metals in the banket. With multiple folding table at the rear showing the "Statement of Rand Ore Reserves" for particular gold mines. Contains also discussions by Stephen J. Lett, F.H. Hatch, Kirby Thomas, H. Foster Bain, David Draper, T.A. Rickard, E.T. Mellor, Waldemar Lindgren, J.W. Gregory and J.F. Kemp; and author's replies to their discussions.

Hardcovers; Text in English; Collation complete - Half-title, [1], Illustrated frontispiece, Title page, [vi-xx], 400 pages (including Index), with 65 illustrations, 2 folding diagrams, 1 multiple folding table and numerous diagrams and tables; Binding rubbed and bumped to the extremities, which slightly affects corners of a few front and rear text pages. Otherwise the binding is tight and firm, remain whole, strong and secure. Half-title with some age tanning, some slight age tanning also to the front and rear paste down and free endpapers. The content/text block is bright and clear, no any marks or foxing throughout, only the frontispiece with a few light and small foxing dots to the white margin. All plates and diagrams are whole and well preserved. A clean and sound copy.

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