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Sierra Nevada Silver Mining Company Records

Collection

Identifier: NC58

Abstract

Part of the "North End" mines of the Comstock Lode, the Sierra Nevada Silver Mine was staked in 1859, was 3550 feet long, and was mined for substantial amounts of gold as well as silver. The majority of the records, 1861-1926, are regarding the annual reports made by the company. Also included are correspondence in the form of letterpress copy books, and cash books, which record accounts for the company.

Dates: 1861-1926

Found in: University of Nevada, Reno. Special Collections Department

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Subject: Silver mines and mining -- Nevada X
Subject: Mines and mineral resources -- Nevada X
Names: Sierra Nevada Silver Mining Company X

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