After reviewing briefly the history of the discovery and use of mineral in New Mexico, lists minerals alphabetically from acanthite, an important silver ore, to zircon, usually found microscopically in ancient and modern sediments. The articles describe the appearance, give its chemical makeup, reco

The Ore Deposits of New Mexico, originally published by the USGS in 1910 as Professional Paper 68 is probably the most comprehensive publication ever written on the subject. Over 400 pages describe the vast mineral riches of the state. Covers every mining district at the time, their deposits, detailed descriptions of the mines, geology and general features of the areas. A must have book for anyone interested in mining, geology, or mineral deposits in the state of New Mexico. Now back in Print from Miningbooks.com

A Reprint of the Original US Geological Survey Bulletin 1348. This publication is a catalog of locations, geology, and production from the placer districts of New Mexico. Over 40 New Mexico Placer locations covered in this publication.