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Silver Mining in the Comstock Lode, Virginia City, Nevada, 1877 (engraving)
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Silver Mining in the Comstock Lode, Virginia City, Nevada, 1877 (engraving)
PNP246276 Silver Mining in the Comstock Lode, Virginia City, Nevada, 1877 (engraving) by American School, (19th century); Private Collection; Peter Newark Western Americana; American, out of copyright
Media ID 23362260
© Peter Newark Western Americana / Bridgeman Images
Cave Digger Diggers Digging Lamp Mine Miner Miners Old West Pick Axe Prospector Prospectors Silver Western Labourer
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This engraving takes us back to the bustling silver mines of the Comstock Lode in Virginia City, Nevada, circa 1877. The image showcases a group of determined miners hard at work deep within the earth's belly. Equipped with pickaxes and lamps, these rugged individuals epitomize the spirit of adventure and perseverance that defined America's Old West. The scene is filled with raw energy as each miner diligently chips away at the rocky walls, hoping to strike it rich in silver. Their weathered faces tell tales of countless hours spent underground, their bodies covered in dust and sweat from their laborious efforts. The dimly lit cave creates an eerie atmosphere, emphasizing both the danger and allure associated with mining during this era. The composition highlights not only the physical strength required for such arduous work but also the camaraderie among these prospectors. They rely on one another for support as they navigate through treacherous tunnels in search of precious minerals. This historical print serves as a poignant reminder of America's pioneering spirit and its relentless pursuit of wealth during times when opportunities seemed boundless. It immortalizes an important chapter in American history - one that shaped communities like Virginia City into thriving hubs driven by dreams of striking it rich beneath layers of rock and soil.
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