Cubert United

aka Cubert, Wheal or Mexico, Wheal


Lead Mine

Worked from 1852 to 1864

Jan 1st, 2024 from RF by Buddle-Bot



Cornwall
Cubert
50.372187, -5.116058
SW 7852 5712
Private Land
33m
#7,967


Wheal Cubert originated in 1846 through the merger of Trebisken Mine and Wheal Mexico (formerly Trebellan Mine), both small lead producers located in the valley south of Cubert village. Post-1850, it became known as Cubert United Mine. Over the period from 1846 to 1857, the combined mines yielded 1,334 tons of 63% lead ore and 7,912 ounces of silver. Previous production figures from the individual mines are documented under their respective sub-localities.


Publications (1)

  • (1921); BGS - Mineral Resources of GB (c1920s) Vol XXI - Lead, Silver and Zinc: Cornwall, Devon, Somerset; 88 pages





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