1940 Vintage Gold Mining Technique in Pinos Altos NM

A vintage image from May to June 1940 shows a pan of slush being utilized in gold mining at Pinos Altos, New Mexico. Miners used this method, rotating a pan to separate gold from waste materials. Pinos Altos has a rich mining history, contributing significantly to the area’s economy and development during the gold rush era.

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