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Over the Divide
September 1999 by Staff
Lynn GunnJune 18, 1955 — August 3, 1999
Looking Back
Excerpts from California Mining Journal, our original title, published 50 years ago this month.
Company Looks at Restarting Sunshine Mine
The lights are on again in the Sunshine silver mine as a New Orleans company investigates whether it is profitable to buy the operation.
The Gold of Yuba County
The Yuba County area of northern California is so rich in mining history that it should not be overlooked while exploring the potential placer mining locations. The incredible wealth that came from the myriad of placer deposits leads many to continue exploring the rivers and streams for more treasure.
Ask The Experts—Highbanker legal in CA?; Best place to sell raw gold?
Q: If a high banker is outfitted with a suction hose, is it considered a dredge in CA even if it is sitting on the ground? Also, how do I find the best places to sell raw gold (flour, pickers, nuggets, gold in quartz, etc.)?
The Bawl Mill
Cashing In Your Gold: Working With A Refiner
Many miners who have hoarded their gold for years are now tempted by higher prices. Several friends with multiple pound nugget collections have sold them recently for cash.
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