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Stafford Vein 004
20.66 Acres
Unpatented Lode Mining Claim
La Paz County, Arizona
Plomosa Mining District
AZ# 105817395
Price: 4,250 USD
Primary Metals
Gold & Silver
Secondary Metals
Copper
Features
Visible Alteration Zone
Easy Access
Year Round Mining Season
Financing
Buy the Stafford Vein 004 Unpatented Lode Claim for 4,250 USD outright.
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Option (1) No Interest!
Finance in house with a down payment of 2,125 USD and a monthly payment of 354.16 USD for 6 months.
Claim Status
Active
Overview
This lode claim features comparatively small past mining than the surrounding mines. There is however significant vein exposure and alteration outcropped on the surface. Mineralized float can be found in the washes below the old workings.
There are several small surface diggings from the early 1900's and was an extension of the Stafford property up until WW1.
Due to the lack of large old workings this claim would be best served for a small scale solo mining operation that utilized hand tools. The vein system located within the old workings and further West on the steep mountainside is best suited for high grading the best material in small quantities.
Geology
Gold > Importance > Primary
Silver > Importance > Primary
Copper > Importance > Primary
Middle Miocene to Oligocene Volcanic Rocks
Mineralization is pinch and swell. Oxidized gold and copper ores with quartz in a fissure vein located within Cretaceous and tertiary andesitic volcanics
History
Owner Stafford Mining Co
Year 1911
The average shipped ore grade of the Stafford Vein system was 0.34 ounces per ton Au.
Ore Samples
Quartzsite Arizona General Information
Located in SW Arizona Quartzsite is a town of 1,745 full time residents and provides a haven from cold/snowy weather during the winter that attracts 750,000 RV campers seeking warm weather fun. The town hosts numerous RV and Gem shows during the year. To accommodate the influx of people there are 52 RV parks located in and around Quartzsite. Additionally, the BLM has recognized the need for long term dispersed camping and has created numerous LTVA's that cover 11,400 acres around Quartzsite, a season permit to stay within the LTVA area is 180 USD and is valid for 7 months. The LTVA's have dump locations for grey and black water, and fresh water fill up stations. Finally, numerous larger towns exist approximately 30 miles east and west of Quartzsite that hold big box stores and large grocery stores.
The greater Quartzsite area is home to excellent recreational opportunities outside the scope of gold prospecting including an expansive trail system for hiking, and ATV/UTV recreation.
Access
Pickup Truck/SUV accessible via dirt BLM road system. From the paved road the total dirt road driving is approximately 3 miles to the mine site.
Camping
Camping is allowed on the claim for up to 14 continuous days.
What Is Included In The Purchase
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Quit Claim Deed
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Google Earth Map
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Waterproof 24X36 hardcopy 1:24,000 Map
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Corner & Discovery Point GPS Coordinates
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2 Hours of Free Digital Complimentary Consulting
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Certificate of Location Copy
Recommended Gold Recovery Methods
Hard Rock Mining
Land Ownership Status
BLM
Prospecting Disclaimer
The Stafford Vein 004 Unpatented Lode Claim AZ# 105817395 is an Unpatented Federal Mining Claim. Any form of mining or prospecting is barred without prior approval from Gunnison Gold Prospecting Company. This website listing does not constitute or convey approval from Gunnison Gold Prospecting Company to mine or prospect the claim in any capacity. Mineral theft is a Federal offense and is prosecuted to the fullest extent of the law as listed in the 1872 General Mining Act.
Next Steps
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Contact Me
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Setup A Prospecting Day if you would like to test the claim before purchase (Optional)
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Buy Outright or Finance In House
Contact Information
Tyler Long
Lead Prospector
Gunnison Gold Prospecting Company
Direct Line: 970-901-9043
tyler@gunnisongoldprospecting.com
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