Where theres muck theres brass

Where there's muck there's brass

Meaning

Dirt and muddle are evidence of products being manufactured and money (brass) being made.

Examples

Stuff was coming in and out of the factory yard every five minutes and debris was piled everywhere. Business was brisk though – where there’s muck there’s brass you know.

Where did it originate?

Britain – especially Yorkshire.

Where is it used?

England, most commonly in the north of England.

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Where theres muck theres brass