Geology of Martin Frobisher's Gold Mines

Regions: Qikiqtaaluk Region, Nunavut

Tags: physical sciences, mining, geology

Principal Investigator: Hogarth, D.D. (3)
Licence Number: 12031
Organization: Department of Geology, University of Ottawa
Licensed Year(s): 1994 1992 1991
Issued: Jan 01, 1992
Project Team: associated with Dr. W. Fitzhugh and Dr. R. McGhee

Objective(s): To continue geological investigations at and near the Countess of Sussex mines and investigate other Frobisher mines in the general area;

Project Description: The research will continue to investigate the geology in and near the Countess of Sussex mines and investigate the mining methodology used by Martin Frobisher circa 1577.