Where did the copper and tin come from?

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The discussion centers on the origins of copper and tin, specifically suggesting that copper may have been mined in America around 3000 BC and subsequently transported to Europe. The article referenced by Philip Coppens is criticized for lacking alignment with more factual accounts. Key resources include a book detailing copper mining in the Minong Belt on Isle Royale, which provides accurate measurements and descriptions of ancient mining techniques, particularly starting in Chapter 4, page 90.

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Where did the copper and tin come from? this article suggesrs that copper could have been mined in America 3000BC and transported to Europe.


http://www.philipcoppens.com/copper.html
 
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wolram said:
I just get an add is the book on line?
There should be a tab "preview this book" which allows you to read it.

It addresses "ideas" in the link you provided along with accurate measuremnts of the pits.

The pit measurements and explanation of the ancient mining techniques start in Chapter 4, page 90.
 
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