Mine Series, 1959
Scope and Contents
This collection includes the records of assays carried out by and for the Homestake Mining Company including assay sheets and ore estimates.
Series I Dry Drills consists of assay sheets for samples taken from dry drill holes.
Series II Assays consists of assays of ore from the South Dakota holdings of Homestake. These records include the assays for random grab pile and car samples as well as assays of systematically collected ore.
Series III Diamond Drill Assays consists of records of the core of rock recovered in long cylindrical sections by a diamond drill.
Series IV Reports consists of reports on ore estimates, correspondence, assay tabulation results, sketches and graphs prepared from the estimate information, reserve calculations, and annual reports from the Geologic Department and the Chief Geologist. Also found in this series are Life of Mine reports.
Dates
- 1959
Conditions Governing Access
This collection is housed at the Homestake Adams Research and Cultural Center with no restrictions to access. The collection may be utilized during normal operating hours or by appointment.
Extent
From the Collection: 53.25 Linear feet
Language of Materials
From the Collection: English
Creator
- From the Collection: Homestake Mining Company (Organization)
Repository Details
Part of the Homestake Adams Research and Cultural Center Repository
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Deadwood South Dakota 57732
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