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Working in an ancient Greek silver mine was unpleasant at best.
Ore was extracted by hand, with hammers, by the light of candles, with bad air and extremely hazardous conditions, deep underground.
The miner's lives were much like that of Michael Jackson - short, brutish, and nasty.
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How did the Romans get salt?
The Roman Empire mined its salt, from salt ponds along the Adriatic Sea and in Greece. Smaller quantities were produced by evaporating brine along the Tyrrhenian Sea west of Italy. Normally, prisoners and slaves were used for this purpose, which is the basis for the slang term "working in the salt mine," which is drudgery, or working in tedious, oppressive conditions.
Where do gold mines come from?
Gold veins are in the ground and people dig into mountains to find the gold making mines.
How was life in Greece at the ancient times?
Life in ancient Greece depended largely on your gender and socioeconomic class. Greek society was very male dominated--only men could be citizens and enjoy a full education. Women were expected to stay in the home and raise their families. Slavery was also central to Greek life. Up to a quarter of the population were slaves, and they provided much of the physical labor that spurred the economy. They mostly served in Greece's shipyards, mines, and quaries, as well as in the homes of wealthier families.
Who were Among the most ill-treated of Hellenistic slaves?
Those who worked in Egyptian gold mines
Mines between which two bodies of water produced gold for Egyptian Jewelery?
red sea and mediteranean sea
What is the origin of Silver family name?
The origin is as far inknow to us. As it is said the Greeks used silver to build their empire and so did the Romans and this was back in 600 BC. it is siad large deposits of silver was found in near Athens, known as the Laurium Mines. If you need more reference on this matter check the book by Brian Belval on Silver Hope this helps you
What were the work conditions in the silver mines like?
Work conditions in the silver mines were often harsh and dangerous. Miners faced long hours, low pay, poor ventilation, and the risk of cave-ins, explosions, and exposure to toxic chemicals. Many miners suffered from health issues such as lung diseases and injuries.
What is the symbol for Fortuna Silver Mines Inc in the NYSE?
The symbol for Fortuna Silver Mines Inc. in the NYSE is: FSM.
What has the author Antonio Mitre written?
Antonio Mitre has written: 'Los patriarcas de la plata' -- subject(s): Silver mines and mining, History, Social conditions, Economic conditions
People that dig gold and silver work in where?
People who dig gold and silver are miners.
Is silver found in mines?
Some are found there but not
What is the market cap for Fortuna Silver Mines Inc FSM?
As of July 2014, the market cap for Fortuna Silver Mines Inc. (FSM) is $670,824,460.93.
What are some types of mines?
Open cast mines, coal mines, silver mines, land mines.
What did Victorian miners find in mines?
Victorian miners found a variety of minerals and ores in mines, such as coal, gold, silver, lead, tin, and copper. They also encountered dangerous conditions underground, including poor ventilation, flooding, and the risk of collapses.
What does Greece mine?
It only mines bronze and a few other metles
Is it easy to find silver in Texas?
yes because there is a lot of mines that hunt silver
Who owns the most silver mines?
Warren Buffet
