Record #:

10359

Author(s):

Watson, C.M.

Abstract:

Since 1888, the Harris Clay Company, located in western North Carolina, has been the miner and refiner of kaolin in the United States. The main mines are located in Avery and Mitchell Counties. Kaolin is more generally known as North Carolina China Clay, and it is used in the manufacture of fine china, hotel china, and electrical porcelain.

Source:

We the People of North Carolina (NoCar F 251 W4), Vol. 15 Issue 6, Nov 1957, p107, 112, il

Subject(s):

Kaolin industry--North Carolina, Western; Kaolin mines and mining--North Carolina, Western

Record #:

15352

Author(s):

Hicklin, J. B.

Abstract:

Kaolin is a fine grade white clay discovered in the Spruce Pine region part of the state's western portion. In 1767, Josiah Wedgewood of England, ordered a shipment of this clay from the region to fashion a set of china for King George III. Wedgewood came to the area to personally oversee the operation and secured 500 tons of dried clay at $600 per ton.

Source:

The State (NoCar F 251 S77), Vol. 5 Issue 45, Apr 1938, p1, 22

Subject(s):

Kaolin industry--North Carolina, Western; Wedgwood, Josiah, 1730-1795