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Panning For Gold
Pinos Altos, New Mexico: May, 1940
A prospector panning for gold. The light objects in his pan are probably not gold as it is very unusual to find pieces this large in this section. They are probably mica (fools gold) or mercury, which is used to attract the gold
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1910s 1915 Anticipation Concentration Crouching Gold Hope Jacket Male Mercury Mexico New Mexico One Person Only Outdoor Outside Sand Single Person Tradition Gold Panning Mica Prospector
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This photo print, titled "Panning For Gold (Pinos Altos, New Mexico: May, 1940)" captures a moment frozen in time. In this vintage image, we see a lone prospector immersed in the age-old tradition of gold panning. Sitting on the sandy riverbank with anticipation visible on his face, he holds a pan filled with water and sediment. The photographer skillfully captures the prospector's concentration as he meticulously sifts through the contents of his pan. The light objects glimmering in the sunlight are unlikely to be gold; instead, they are most likely mica or mercury - known as "fool's gold" - used to attract genuine gold particles. Dressed in a jacket and hat suitable for outdoor exploration during that era, this determined man crouches by the water's edge. His hopeful gaze reflects both his passion for prospecting and an unwavering belief that fortune may lie just beneath the surface. Taken against the backdrop of Pinos Altos' picturesque landscape in New Mexico during May 1940, this photograph transports us back to an era defined by perseverance and adventure. It serves as a testament to human resilience and our enduring fascination with striking it rich amidst nature's bounty. Russell Lee's masterful photography encapsulates not only one person’s quest for treasure but also offers us glimpses into American history at its rawest form – where dreams met reality along riversides dotted across North America.
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