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Legislative and Regulatory Update
December 2009 by Scott Harn
• California suction gold dredging update• Governor opposed to Arizona lands withdrawal
• BLM locks up lands in Nevada
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The Rand of South Africa
February 2002
The republic of South Africa (pop. 45 million) lies at the southern end of the African continent, and has been responsible for much of the world’s gold and diamond production. The first Europeans to settle in the region were Dutch, but the British...
The republic of South Africa (pop. 45 million) lies at the southern end of the African continent, and has been responsible for much of the world’s gold and diamond production. The first Europeans to settle in the region were Dutch, but the British...
Miner's Cabin—Red Shack Territory
June 2009
As we approached the river the view was outstanding and the sight was encouraging. A ravine coming down on the right side had been worked heavily, with rock piled back on each side. That surely meant there was gold somewhere close.
As we approached the river the view was outstanding and the sight was encouraging. A ravine coming down on the right side had been worked heavily, with rock piled back on each side. That surely meant there was gold somewhere close.
Looking Back
October 2004
Excerpts for CMJ published 50 years ago this month.
Excerpts for CMJ published 50 years ago this month.
Looking Back
August 1999
Excerpts from California Mining Journal, our original title, published 50 years ago this month.
Excerpts from California Mining Journal, our original title, published 50 years ago this month.
Why Did This Silver Mine Close? Pt II
November 2014
During the mid-1800s until about 1920, the settlers of the West tended to be quite optimistic, but in reality they flew with a wing and a prayer.
During the mid-1800s until about 1920, the settlers of the West tended to be quite optimistic, but in reality they flew with a wing and a prayer.
2011 National Mining Hall of Fame Inductees
July 2011
The National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum announced the 2011 National Mining Hall of Fame inductees.
The National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum announced the 2011 National Mining Hall of Fame inductees.
How to Recognize Hard Rock Gold Ores
September 2017
I regularly get inquiries along the line of: “Hey, I found this rock, and I think it might be gold ore. How can I tell?” Prospectors are always on the lookout for gold-bearing rocks that may be the source of any nearby placer gold.
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