Schweble's Prospect - Berlin Nevada

Schweble's Prospect - Berlin Nevada
Schweble's Prospect - Berlin Nevada

Photo Description

Jack Schweble and his son dug here hoping to find placer gold and silver, but the pannings were disappointing because they indicated only trace values. The excavation was started in 1932 and was subsequently dug to a depth of 90 feet.

Text from a historical marker.

Photo Details

Location: Berlin , Nevada (gallery)

Year: 2009

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