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- The California State Mining & Mineral Museum is a specialty museum that contains fantastic crystals, gold, gemstones and mineral specimens from California and around the world. The museum houses the state’s official mineral collection and includes mining artifacts, an underground mine tunnel, an assay office and a working model of a stamp mill. One of the most amazing pieces is the “Fricot Nugget” a breathtaking 13-pound specimen of rare crystallized gold found in 1865. Learn how mining has influenced the history of and economy of California. There is a junior ranger program for kids with a prize. Come explore the amazing world of gems and mineral crystals!The California State Mining & Mineral Museum is a specialty museum that contains fantastic crystals, gold, gemstones and mineral specimens from California and around the world. The museum houses the state’s official mineral collection and includes mining artifacts, an underground mine tunnel, an assay office and a working model of a stamp mill. One of the most amazing pieces is the “Fricot Nugget” a breathtaking 13-pound specimen of rare crystallized gold found in 1865. Learn how mining has influenced the history of and economy of California. There is a junior ranger program for kids with a prize. Come explore the amazing world of gems and mineral crystals!
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http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=588
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