Prospector Using Sluice Box in Pinos Altos 1940

A prospector removes a wire screen from the sluice box in Pinos Altos, New Mexico. The sluice box is a critical tool in gold mining, allowing water to separate gold from sediment. In May to June 1940, this method was commonly used, showcasing mining techniques that helped fuel the local economy and attract prospectors to the area.

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