Coal mining artifacts are tools, equipment, and items used in the coal mining industry. These artifacts can include items like mining helmets, pickaxes, and coal carts, which were essential for miners in extracting coal from the earth. They also encompass safety equipment and personal items that reflect the daily lives of miners. In addition to tools, coal mining artifacts can include historical documents, photographs, and machinery that showcase the evolution of mining techniques over time. Collecting and preserving these artifacts helps to educate people about the history of coal mining and its impact on communities and economies.