Nothing. By the time of the Victorian era there were no fur trappers left. Most of the fur bearing animals were gone due to over trapping in the 1700's and fashion styles were different following the styles of the Queen.
Not very much!
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Children were Paid only 6 shillings a day. This would be 30 pence today. It was very hard for many because this was what they had to feed their entire family.
Men who were trappers primarily earned a living on the frontier rather than along the Atlantic coast. The frontier provided abundant wildlife and uncharted territories, making it ideal for trapping fur-bearing animals. While some trappers may have operated near coastal areas, the vast majority sought opportunities in the wilderness where fur trade was more lucrative. Thus, the frontier was the main setting for their livelihood.
believe it or not £10 in victorian times was about £1000. by HP HISTORIAN PLACES.
100p a day
Not very much!
Not very much!
about 3 shillings
not enough
3 pence a day
1
15 pounds a year
During Victorian times, trappers who were caught faced fines or imprisonment for illegal trapping or poaching. These punishments were imposed to deter individuals from engaging in illegal hunting and trapping practices that threatened wildlife populations.
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For his time and effort, nothing. Trappers were paid by the pelt. Prices varied per pelt, and by the region where the pelts were being sold.
In Victorian times, trappers, who were often young boys working in coal mines, typically earned very low wages, often around 10 to 20 shillings a week. Their pay was meager compared to adult miners, and they often worked long hours under harsh conditions. Additionally, their wages could vary based on the region and the demand for coal. Overall, trappers faced significant exploitation and harsh working environments during this period.