The Stannaries Act, 1869

The stannaries were legal districts in southwest England that were known for their mining industries. The Stannaries Act of 1869 was a major reform of the legal system governing the stannaries, and this book provides a detailed analysis of the act and its implications. It also includes extensive notes and commentary on the cost-book system, which regulated mining operations in the stannaries. This book is an important historical document for anyone interested in the history of mining and law in England.
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