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Reed Gold Mine

Locust, North Carolina
Historical Marker Database · Mike Wintermantel
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Gold was discovered there in 1799, and many gold mines were later operated in the area. North Carolina was the chief gold-mining state until 1849. The site lies north, 4 miles.
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Locust, North Carolina · United States

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