Gum-digger

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Gumdigger statue at Dargaville
Gumdigger statue at Dargaville

In 19th century New Zealand, after the gold prospectors came the Gum-diggers. Kauri gum was the prize, valued for its Amber qualities.

Te Ara, The Encyclopedia of New Zealand:

Digger History:

New Zealand Amber: