Early 20th c Brass Mining Tag From Inspiration Smelting Co Insp AZ now Miami AZ
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Early 20th c Brass Mining Tag From Inspiration Smelting Co Insp AZ now Miami AZ

Code: mlui10174is
$115.00


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ARTIFACT: This is an Old Brass Mining Tag From Inspiration, Arizona now Part of Miami, Arizona.

The rich Inspiration copper mine opened in 1911. Inspiration had its start as a copper-mining settlement. According to tradition, the area was so named when a local prospector dreamed of finding a mine, and his dream came true. A post office called Inspiration was established in 1917, and remained in operation until it was discontinued in 1983.

VINTAGE: 1910's - 1920's.

SIZE: Approximately 1-5/8" in height x 1-3/8" in width.

MATERIALS / CONSTRUCTION: Stamped brass.

ATTACHMENT: Hole at top.

MARKINGS: N/A

ITEM NOTES:  This is from a mining collection which we will be listing more of over the next few months. VAEX18 LEEX07/10/19 SLAAEX05/29/23

CONDITION: 7+ (Very Fine- ): The tag shows moderate wear and nice patina, overall very fine condition.

GUARANTEE: As with all my artifacts, this piece is guaranteed to be original, as described.