On offer is a powerful and evocative vintage brass model depicting coal miners working underground at the coal seam, beneath a mine shaft winding wheel. Cast in solid brass and standing approximately 11 inches tall, this heavy sculpture weighs in at nearly 3.5 kilograms (7.7 lbs)—a testament to both its substantial presence and quality of casting.

The detailed scene captures a moment of gritty realism, with two miners in action beneath ground, their tools in hand, while a coal cart loaded with ore sits nearby. Above them is the surface structure with winding wheel and pulley, a key symbol of the mining industry. The detail and storytelling captured in this solid brass model speak directly to the hardship, camaraderie, and strength of the mining community.

It’s believed that many similar models were produced during the UK miners’ strike in the 1980s, often by miners themselves or sold to raise funds during times of hardship. This piece may well originate from that era, giving it an added layer of historical and social significance.

📌 Key Features:

✅ Vintage solid brass mining model – Coal face with miners and winding wheel
✅ Stands approx. 11 inches tall – Commanding display piece
✅ Weight: Just under 3.5 kg (approx. 7.7 lbs) – Heavy, durable construction
✅ Intricate craftsmanship – Realistic underground scene with tools, cart, miners
✅ Symbolic of British industrial history – Possibly produced during 1980s miners’ strike
✅ Perfect for collectors, museums, or heritage displays

⚒️ A Tribute to the Mining Community

Coal mining shaped the industrial backbone of the UK for over a century. During the 1984–1985 miners’ strike, miners and supporters often created or sold handcrafted and cast models to raise funds and preserve their heritage. This piece is likely one of those meaningful items—a lasting tribute to the lives and struggles of working-class communities that powered an era.

Whether you’re a collector of mining memorabilia, a historian of British industry, or simply someone moved by the artistry and symbolism of this piece, it’s a powerful decorative and historical object.

Perfect For:

✔️ Collectors of mining memorabilia and industrial artifacts
✔️ Museums or heritage centres
✔️ Gifts for those with mining ancestry or regional pride
✔️ Statement décor in man caves, studies, or offices
✔️ Honouring the legacy of British coal mining communities

This heavy vintage brass mining sculpture is more than a collectible—it’s a symbol of resilience and history, crafted with care and meaning. Rarely seen in such detailed and complete form.

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📦 Don’t miss out on this meaningful and weighty tribute to Britain’s industrial past – a rare and conversation-starting piece.

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