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VIRGINIA CITY, NEVADA. The main street of Virginia City, Nevada, in the 1870s
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VIRGINIA CITY, NEVADA. The main street of Virginia City, Nevada, in the 1870s
VIRGINIA CITY, NEVADA.
The main street of Virginia City, Nevada, in the 1870s, at the height of the mining of the Comstock Lode. Wood engraving, American, 1878
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Media ID 12570607
1870 1870s Boardwalk Boomtown Cart Comstock Lode Covered Wagon Dirt Road Flag Main Street Miner Mining Old West Pedestrian Sidewalk Silver Street Scene Virginia City Westward Expansion Lode
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This print takes us back to the bustling streets of Virginia City, Nevada in the 1870s. At the height of the mining boom during the Comstock Lode, this main street was a vibrant hub of activity and opportunity. The wood engraving beautifully captures the essence of this old west town. As we gaze upon this image, we are transported to a time when covered wagons lined the dirt road, carrying hopeful prospectors seeking their fortune in silver. Men dressed in rugged attire can be seen walking along the boardwalk, discussing their latest findings or perhaps sharing tales from their mining adventures. A lone horseman rides through the scene, his presence adding an air of mystery and adventure to this frontier town. A dog scurries by on its own mission while pedestrians go about their daily routines amidst buildings adorned with flags proudly waving in the wind. The details within this engraving provide a glimpse into life during Westward expansion - a time when Virginia City was at its peak as one of America's most prosperous mining towns. This snapshot freezes that moment in history for us to marvel at and appreciate. Granger Art on Demand has preserved this remarkable piece from 1878, allowing us to connect with our past and gain insight into an era defined by exploration and resilience.
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