| ...Gegenstand des Unternehmens war der Bergbau auf Flußspat, Blei- und Zinkerz und andere beibrechende Mineralien, sowie deren Aufbereitung und Veredelung. Wirtschaftliche Hauptaufgabe der Grube war die Versorgung der Riedel-de Haen AG mit dem für die Flußsäureproduktion im Werk Seelze erforderliche ... more...Gegenstand des Unternehmens war der Bergbau auf Flußspat, Blei- und Zinkerz und andere beibrechende Mineralien, sowie deren Aufbereitung und Veredelung. Wirtschaftliche Hauptaufgabe der Grube war die Versorgung der Riedel-de Haen AG mit dem für die Flußsäureproduktion im Werk Seelze erforderlichen Säurespat. Die wichtigsten Abbaugebiete, in denen die Gewerkschaft Wölsendorf Bergwerkseigentum hatte, waren die Bleierzgrube "Marienschacht" in den Gemeinden Schwarzach ... Ein Beitrag von Michael Kommer |
| From early tunnel construction in the 18th century to its final closure in the 1950s, the Frankenholz Mine in Germany’s Saar region was a key site of coal mining history. With ambitious shaft projects, its own cableway connection to Bexbach, and remarkable geological features – including fossil disc ... moreFrom early tunnel construction in the 18th century to its final closure in the 1950s, the Frankenholz Mine in Germany’s Saar region was a key site of coal mining history. With ambitious shaft projects, its own cableway connection to Bexbach, and remarkable geological features – including fossil discoveries and natural oil seepages – the mine reflects both the rise of industrial progress and the dangers of underground work. Gas explosions, water ingress, and tragic accidents shaped the lives of thousands of miners. Frankenholz remains a compelling reminder of a bygone mining era. |
| This report gives a lot of details of the history of this mine. Contribution from Michael Kommer (written in german language) ... moreThis report gives a lot of details of the history of this mine. Contribution from Michael Kommer (written in german language) |
| After the discovery of silver deposits in Christiansdorf - the now called Freiberg - over the time the mining was also expanded on the upper mountain. Thus from about 1240, the tin deposits (with the beginnings of subsurface mining also silver) around Ehrenfriedersdorf was mined. By finding rich si ... moreAfter the discovery of silver deposits in Christiansdorf - the now called Freiberg - over the time the mining was also expanded on the upper mountain. Thus from about 1240, the tin deposits (with the beginnings of subsurface mining also silver) around Ehrenfriedersdorf was mined. By finding rich silver adits in the 2nd third of the 15th Century the great mountain towns like Schneeberg (municipal law since 1477) and Annaberg (municipal law since 1496) was founded. (Article in german) |