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Romania grants Canadian firm permit for gold mine near ancient Roman site

Times Colonist | July 15, 2011 | 11:50 pm Precious Metals Europe Gold

BUCHAREST – Bucharest issued an archaeological discharge certificate for an area in northwestern Romania where a Canadian firm wants to establish a gold mine, the culture ministry said Friday. The decision was criticized by groups defending the patrimony