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Mine Name: |
Orvil Jack |
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Geography:
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Nevada |
Description:
Orvil Jack
discovered and developed the mine in northern Nevada that bears his
name. The area where the mine is located is called the Blue Ridge in
Crescent Valley. The rare yellow-green color of the turquoise comes
from the zinc content. Mr. Jack was the only known one-armed miner in
the entirety of the United States, a feat of considerable
determination. Mr. Jack is now deceased, but his daughter continues to
manage the mine. Only a small amount is now being produced which makes
it very collectible. Also, this turquoise is considered very
collectible due to its rare color.
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