TRY The Australasian Journal of Historical Archaeology Vol 15 for a very
good glossary of the terms and techniques of mining and related papers in
Vol 13, 15 and 16 on mining sites throughout Australia and New Zealand.
The rise in the value of the $US makes purchase and subscription even more
cheaper.
Iain Stuart
Principal, Archaeology and Heritage Management
HLA-Envirosciences Pty. Ltd.