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The McCoy mining district and gold veins in Horse Canyon, Lander County, Nevada

January 1, 1934

The following geologic sketch is based on a two-day visit made to the McCoy district in September 1930. For valuable information and aid generously extended, the writer would express his thanks to the miners and prospectors of the district and especially to Mr. Joseph H. McCoy, a well-known mining man of Nevada and discoverer and founder of the district.

Publication Year 1934
Title The McCoy mining district and gold veins in Horse Canyon, Lander County, Nevada
DOI 10.3133/cir10
Authors Frank Charles Schrader
Publication Type Report
Publication Subtype USGS Numbered Series
Series Title Circular
Series Number 10
Index ID cir10
Record Source USGS Publications Warehouse