Rico, Colorado

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View of Rico Colorado 1898

Rico Colorado

Rico Colorado ca1885

Freighting Outfit Rico Colorado 1890

Mines Above Rico Colorado 1892

Firehouse Rico Co 1899

Dolores County Courthouse Rico Colorado

Freighting Outfit at Rico, Colorado 1890 (colorized)

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This image above, titled “Freighting Outfit, Rico Colorado – 1890” depicts teams of oxen pulling freight wagons at Rico, Colorado in 1890. Development of the mines at Rico was long-hampered by its remoteness and lack of transportation infrastructure. In 1891, just one year after this photo was taken, the railroad finally arrived at Rico, and the district experienced a new level of prosperity.

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Best Historical Photos: Colorized Mining Scenes

Firemen pull a hose cart at Rico, Colorado ca. 1890s

Forest Mine - Rico, Colorado 1897