Quicksilver Resources of California, With a Section on Metallurgy and Ore-dressing Volume No.78 (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781175330130)

"Quicksilver Resources of California" provides a detailed look into the mercury mining industry of California in the early 20th century. This comprehensive volume, originally published in 1918, explores the geological formations, mining techniques, and metallurgical processes involved in the extraction of quicksilver (mercury) from Californian mines. It includes a dedicated section on metallurgy and ore-dressing, offering insights into the methods used to refine and process the raw materials.

Authored by Walter W. Bradley, this book is a valuable historical resource for geologists, mining engineers, and anyone interested in the industrial history of California. It offers a snapshot of the era's technological capabilities and the economic importance of quicksilver to various industries.

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