Overview:

Small pieces of Topaz were found upon survey on the claim heading downtrend following a West heading.  No active production on this claim since the 1950's.  Topaz can be mined with a simple rock hammer and chisel; all the way up to more mechanized methods.

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This particular claim features rolling smooth topography that is intersected by sharp volcanic rock intrusions.

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Round and Maverick mountains were mined briefly during the 1950’s on a small commercial scale.  Small remnants of the past miners remain.  With over 20 acres of acreage to prospect and rock hound on this claim will provide years of enjoyment.

Geology:

Host Rock Type

Volcanic Rock (Aphanitic), Felsic Volcanic Rock, Rhyolite

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Topaz, an aluminum fluorosilicate, occurs as hard, transparent to translucent crystals in a wide range of color.  Clear colorless crystals occur in gas cavities in the rhyolite at the base of Round or Maverick Mountain.

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Access:

Low clearance 2WD accessible, via a flat dirt Forest Service RD.   The closest decent town is Socorro or Truth or Consequences New Mexico.  Plenty of free remote camping surrounding the area.

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Financing Available for this claim with 25% down or 1,375 USD and monthly payments of 183.75 USD for two years.