prospector
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Wearing a red feather headdress, Bepdjo told AFP of rising tensions with intruders in the Bau Indigenous Territory in Para state, four years after his people expelled almost 200 prospectors.
From Barron's • May 29, 2026
A century ago, the discovery by prospectors of precious stones south of the Orange River, which now forms part of South Africa's border with Namibia, led to a diamond rush that changed the land forever.
From BBC • Dec. 14, 2025
JOHANNESBURG—In 1886, prospectors struck gold here on a stretch of farmland more than a mile above sea level.
From The Wall Street Journal • Nov. 22, 2025
However, off-roaders, rockhounders and prospectors who mine small claims in the area have expressed concern that the protections will impede their use of the land.
From Los Angeles Times • Jan. 12, 2025
He discounted the information about the old recluse at the Doranda mine—who had probably met some prospectors or Indians—and concentrated oh Lintola.
From "The Incredible Journey" by Sheila Burnford
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