Copper-Firebrick

specimen number:
2741151

location:
Calumet & Hecla Mining Co. Smelter, Houghton Co., Michigan, USA

description:
Unique historical set, these two L shaped sections are pieces of firebrick from the old copper smelter in Hubbell, Michigan. The smelter opened in 1886, operating until 1968. The five years after the smelter was closed and dismantled. Throughout the years the smelting process impregnated the firebrick with molten copper and other metals. These to make outstanding bookends, and historically are extremely interesting. A rare piece of Michigan history. Each one measures approximately 15.0 x 15.0 x 5.0 cm.

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