Ruth Pierce Mine Collection

Collection Number: MC252

This small collection contains reports about the mine as well as correspondence regarding a lease option. The Ruth Pierce Mine, discovered in 1851, was located in Mariposa County, California, about four miles from the town of Hornitos.

Finding Aid

Finding Aid on the Online Archive of California

Inclusive Dates

1909-1942.

Extent

0.2 linear feet

Subject

Natural Resources

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