Blacksmith, Empire Mine State Historic Park, Grass Valley, California

Photo ID# RW3711

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Blacksmiths had one of the most important roles at The Empire Mine. Most of the tools, screws, hinges and other small metal objects were created at the blacksmith shop on-site. This job was one of the most desirable as well because the pay was decent and best of all, all of their work was done above-ground.