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Float and mould

Float and mould

In the tin mining industry on Dartmoor stones were used to solidify the tin, here are 2 fine examples, in the vicinity of the River Walkham. Rock or ore brought down by water is known as " float," and in tin-mining it is applied to a large trough used for the smelted tin. This is the Lower Blowing House on the River Walkham.

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