It's mined, all mined! (3)

I believe the answer is:

ore

(Other definitions for ore that I've seen before include "Danish currency" , "Mineral-bearing rock" , "Natural minerals" , "Raw metal" , "Raw iron" .)

I've seen this clue in the New York Times.

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