Historical Markers of Storey County
Location: Virginia City Directions: Located at the Chollar Mine (Access from SR 341, follow sign to Chollar Mine on E Street)
N39° 18' 07.1" W119° 39' 04.0"
Date Conquered: 5/25/07 Nearest Intersection: Between E St & SR 341 (Truck Route) Quick Description: This unique marker honors the largest, highest yielding mine on the Comstock along with a number of significant 'firsts' and 'lasts' in mining lore. Signed: No -- Historically, this marker was never signed. NOTES: The hours to access the Chollar Mine vary by the season. The owners of the mine usually have the gates open from 11am to 4pm during the summer months. However, during the off-season, the Chollar Mine is usually closed to visitors making access to #209 difficult as shown by my high accessibility rating. Although the gates are usually locked at the Chollar Mine for liability reasons, the new owners have no plans to rid of this marker and encourage visitors to stop by and take a peek. Simply inquire in town at either the Chamber of Commerce or in the Delta Saloon to find out when to access the Chollar Mine. #209 will definitely get you away from the crowds of C Street. This shot was taken in May 2006, one year before new hours were posted. Full Description: Exact description as reads ... First located in 1859, the Chollar was consolidated with the Potosi in 1865. As the Chollar-Potosi, it was one of the leading producers on the Comstock. The Nevada Mill was erected here in 1887 to process low-grade Chollar ore. It was the last to use the Washoe Pan Process, but the first on the Comstock to generate and utilize electric power. Time for some kudos: #209 is the ONLY silver Nevada historic marker in the system! Seems fitting in a district built around silver.
NOTES: The hours to access the Chollar Mine vary by the season. The owners of the mine usually have the gates open from 11am to 4pm during the summer months. However, during the off-season, the Chollar Mine is usually closed to visitors making access to #209 difficult as shown by my high accessibility rating. Although the gates are usually locked at the Chollar Mine for liability reasons, the new owners have no plans to rid of this marker and encourage visitors to stop by and take a peek. Simply inquire in town at either the Chamber of Commerce or in the Delta Saloon to find out when to access the Chollar Mine. #209 will definitely get you away from the crowds of C Street. This shot was taken in May 2006, one year before new hours were posted. Full Description: Exact description as reads ... First located in 1859, the Chollar was consolidated with the Potosi in 1865. As the Chollar-Potosi, it was one of the leading producers on the Comstock. The Nevada Mill was erected here in 1887 to process low-grade Chollar ore. It was the last to use the Washoe Pan Process, but the first on the Comstock to generate and utilize electric power. Time for some kudos: #209 is the ONLY silver Nevada historic marker in the system! Seems fitting in a district built around silver.
Full Description: Exact description as reads ... First located in 1859, the Chollar was consolidated with the Potosi in 1865. As the Chollar-Potosi, it was one of the leading producers on the Comstock. The Nevada Mill was erected here in 1887 to process low-grade Chollar ore. It was the last to use the Washoe Pan Process, but the first on the Comstock to generate and utilize electric power. Time for some kudos: #209 is the ONLY silver Nevada historic marker in the system! Seems fitting in a district built around silver.
First located in 1859, the Chollar was consolidated with the Potosi in 1865. As the Chollar-Potosi, it was one of the leading producers on the Comstock. The Nevada Mill was erected here in 1887 to process low-grade Chollar ore. It was the last to use the Washoe Pan Process, but the first on the Comstock to generate and utilize electric power. Time for some kudos: #209 is the ONLY silver Nevada historic marker in the system! Seems fitting in a district built around silver.
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