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Esgair Mwyn Mining Company

Took over working Esgair Mwyn from 1850, extending the workings, installing a new dressing mill in 1852 and sinking the Penmor shaft around 1878, before falling lead prices forced closure in 1895.

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Esgair Mwyn Mine Ceredigion 1850–1895

Record created: 22 August 2026 · Last researched: 22 August 2026

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