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Cappagh Copper Mines (Disused) — Cappaghglass

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On crest of ridge c. 3km S of Ballydehob. Indicated on OS 6-inch map (1842) as 'Cappagh Mine'. Remains consist of central, free standing chimney (H c. 12m; circ. c. 9.8m), upper courses of brick; two early 19th century 2-storey dwellings; remains of late 19th century 2-storey terraced dwellings. Road from mine passes magazine (CO140-053---), to Audley Cove to SE. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Cork. Volume 1: West Cork' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1992). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload/revision: 14 January 2009

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