Old Comstock Mine

A man pushes an ore cart at the Old Comstock Mine. This was part of the Occidental Mine, which was opened to tourists in the 1960s. This was south of Virginia City along Hwy 341.

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Source Caption: The Occidental Mine Virginia City, Nevada. An Old Comstock Mine, the Occidental, discovered in 1860, produced part of the millions of dollars in gold and silver which made the Comstock Lode the most fabulous silver discovery in history. Guided tours underground leave the portal daily to show visitors the famous old mine workings.

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