Opencast mining site in Derbyshire, in 1991, East Midlands, UK

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Paul White 1990s Britain / Alamy Stock Photo

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2B9Y96D

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3121 x 2491 px | 26.4 x 21.1 cm | 10.4 x 8.3 inches | 300dpi

Date taken:

1991

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Opencast mining site in Derbyshire, East Midlands, UK

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This image could have imperfections as it’s either historical or reportage.

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