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Geologic snapshots capturing Arizona’s geologic setting and mining history with a picture of the day from 1 January through 31 December 2013.

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Monday, December 2, 2013
mining, historic mining, silver, Superior

ca. 1890 | Silver King Mine | Superior, Arizona

The Silver King mine was one of Arizona's earliest and most productive silver properties. Between 1875 and 1900, it's estimated that silver ore topped $42 million. Mining underground provided for a daunting and dangerous livelihood.

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