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Denver,CO - 1873 - Denver Mint White Rocks Lode Assay Receipt (1) :

Currency:USD Category:Collectibles / Historical Memorabilia Start Price:250.00 USD Estimated At:500.00 - 1,000.00 USD
Denver,CO - 1873 - Denver Mint White Rocks Lode Assay Receipt (1) :
From the United States Mint at Denver dated May 19, 1873. The ore assayed originated in the White Rocks Lode near Boulder, Wyoming. Gold was first discovered in Wyoming along the Sweetwater River in 1842. During the 1850’s and 1860’s, mining increased with largest surge in mining coming shortly after the Cariso Lode was discovered in 1867. After 1938 the mining industry slowly declined. From its commencement through 1959 the total output was around 82,000 ounces of gold. Exact Signature in Bottom Right Corner by JJS Schumer by Davis. Exact Company Name: Illegible. Overall in Very Good Condition. The following receipts are almost identical.