The Many Lost Treasures of Mariposa, CA (Photos Added)

[EagleDown]

I thought some might like to see the belt buckle that I might sell for scrap. (Determined to get moved ASAP).

It's 3 3/4" x 3".......3.1 troy oz, trimmed in 10K gold. The main body is Sterling Silver. It's a "Team Roping" buckle, made in;
Alpaca Mexico. I've checked ebay and have seen similar ones selling for up to $500. Unfortunately, I don't have the time to wait for it to sell on ebay.

I talked to an auctioneer about a month ago and he said; "I've sold ones like that for over $400". Then in almost the same breath, offered me $60 for it. Yeah, RIGHT!!

 

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[CharlesP]

Merry Christmas Eagle,
I hope the little gift makes a difference for you and the move.

 

[EagleDown]

Merry Christmas Eagle,
I hope the little gift makes a difference for you and the move.

Yes, it will be a big help. And Merry Christmas to you also Brother!!

Very much appreciated!!

 

[EagleDown]

Brother, you can't imagine how much I would appreciate the help. My paypal is [email protected] I have to make a trip across town, I'll be back in an hour or so.

Thanks again!!

Eagle

Halito CharlesP,
I just wanted to let you know that paypal notified me of your gift. I really appreciate it Brother.

I'm hoping to take another load up to my new place this coming Wed. (12/26/12. Perhaps I'll have a chance to meet up with you.

Hoping you have a very Merry Christmas!!

Eagle

 

[EagleDown]

Eagle, I too would like to thank you for all the stories you've provided us all with.

Check your PayPal!

Its not much but I hope it helps you out a little bit! Merry Christmas!

mariposagoldbug, thank you very much. As I've said before; Anything is a great help! Social Security just barely pays the necessary bills.

May you have a Very Merry Christmas!!

Eagle

 

[EagleDown]

I would also like to thank W.D. for his gift. It will go a long way to relieving the financial strain of this move.

Thank you My Brother!!

Eagle

 

[Broken Arrow]

Merry Christmas Eagle and to All a Happy New Year !

May your Pokes be filled with Au in the coming new year !

 

[EagleDown]

Wishing you and Yours a Very

Merry Christmas
and a
Happy New Year!

[FONT=arial, helvetica, sans-serif]Love and Respect,[/FONT]

Eagle

 

[leenie]

hi eagle thank you for your storys and great outlook on life. merry christmas and a happy new year. dave

 

[EagleDown]

hi eagle thank you for your storys and great outlook on life. merry christmas and a happy new year. dave

Halito leenie,

You are more than welcome my friend! If I ever get done moving, I hope to bring you even more enjoyment.

Eagle

 

[uklfester]

hello!
now that ive finished reading from page 1 to 50 i just wanted to stop and say thanks for all the stories.

--jim

 

[EagleDown]

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Halito uklfester,
Welcome to our thread!! Hang around, I'm sure I have a few more stories salted away. Be assured that they will continue, once I've completed my move back up to Gold Country. Plus, once there, I fully intend to continue to offer tips learned from my personal experiences over the years.
Thanks for posting your appreciation!!

Eagle

 

[uklfester]

btw, just wanted to say thats the river i first panned in, and got skunked in.. and got hooked in lol.

 

[Sam 8]

Eagle...

My friend...like a Phoenix I am returning. It has been a long path, but I am back.
Life is in order again, the doctors are happy.
You are moving back to the gold country?
I am not going to be moblie again for another month or so, but I have a 20 ft. enclosed trailer with a ramp door and a 1 ton 4x4 that will pull a house off a foundation...both, and their driver, are at your disposal, sir.
I look forward to rekindling our conversations, and perhaps when spring rolls around we can share a campfire.
My email hasn't changed, bring me up to speed and I will try to do the same for you.

 

[CharlesP]

Happy new year Eagle.

I hope your 2013 is filled with peace and gold.

 

[RelicLady]

Eagle Down - I'm new to this forum and wanted to tell you what a pleasure it was reading all of your wonderful stories! They are priceless. Thank you! If you ever hold a course or have a field trip - I'm there! Happy New Year!

 

[Oakview2]

Relic Lady

Hornitos was quite the gold producing area back in the day. Have you done much propecting locally. I love the old buildings there and met a very nice gentleman operating the general store and gift shop last time through.... Good Health and good hunting

 

[EagleDown]

Eagle Down - I'm new to this forum and wanted to tell you what a pleasure it was reading all of your wonderful stories! They are priceless. Thank you! If you ever hold a course or have a field trip - I'm there! Happy New Year!

Halito RelicLady,
And thank you to you also!! Welcome to the forum and to this thread.
As a matter of fact, I do intend to do some prospecting in the area of Hornitos, after I get moved up into the area. There is a vast amount of area outside of Hornitos that was dug up by land dredges back in the days. If I rememberr correctly, they shipped about $20,000 worth of gold out of Hornitos every day. Figure that at $18.00 per oz. (The set price then) And you'll find "them were purty good pickens".

If and when I do have a course or field trip, rest assured that you are invited.

Thanks again for your post!!

 

[EagleDown]

Eagle...

My friend...like a Phoenix I am returning. It has been a long path, but I am back.
Life is in order again, the doctors are happy.
You are moving back to the gold country?
I am not going to be moblie again for another month or so, but I have a 20 ft. enclosed trailer with a ramp door and a 1 ton 4x4 that will pull a house off a foundation...both, and their driver, are at your disposal, sir.
I look forward to rekindling our conversations, and perhaps when spring rolls around we can share a campfire.
My email hasn't changed, bring me up to speed and I will try to do the same for you.

Che'hahn Tah-Moe Sam 8,

So happy to find that you are hokay!! I've been worried about you. I'll email you tomorrow.

Take care Brother,

Eagle

 

[EagleDown]

Relic Lady

Hornitos was quite the gold producing area back in the day. Have you done much propecting locally. I love the old buildings there and met a very nice gentleman operating the general store and gift shop last time through.... Good Health and good hunting

Happy New Year to you too!!

You're right, I met him in August and really liked him. He also bought 4 of my fire opals. (lol) I took some photos of Hornitos and his store. Darn, I don't think I posted them. I guess I'll have to go back a few pages and find out.