Rockhounding.org

Yellow Aster Mine

US / CA
38.39908, -120.57573View on MapOpen in Google Maps
No rating yet

About this location

Yellow Aster Mine is a historic mining site in Calaveras, California, documented by the USGS Mineral Resources Data System. Reported specimens include Chalcopyrite, Copper, Galena, Gold, Pyrite, Quartz; logged ore minerals are Chalcopyrite, Galena, Gold, Pyrite; gangue is recorded as Quartz.

Always seek permission where required, follow local laws, and practice Leave No Trace. Locations and details are community-submitted and may be inaccurate. Not sure what's legal here? Read our full guide to rockhounding laws by land type.

Found Here

ChalcopyriteCopperGalenaGoldPyriteQuartz

Geology and deposit

Orebody form
TABULAR
Ore minerals
ChalcopyriteGalenaGoldPyrite
Gangue minerals
Quartz

Mining history

Status
Past Producer
Production size
Small

Records and references

Cited references

CLARK, W.B., & LYDON, P.A., 1962 , MINES AND MINERAL RESOURCES OF CALAVERAS COUNTY, CALIF.: CALIF. DIV. MINES & GEOL., COUNTY REPORT 2 , P. 76 , 38 - 39 , 188 , PL BERIC, J.H., 1948 , COPPER IN CALIF.: CDM BULL 144 , PT. 3 , P. 223CLARK, 1962

Data: USGS Mineral Resources Data System, record 10029292view the source record

Difficulty

Access
N/A
Find
N/A
Votes
0

Getting there

No details yet.

Location on Map

Coordinates: 38.39908, -120.57573

Recommended Gear for California

Estwing E3-22P Rock Pick

Estwing E3-22P Rock Pick

The industry-standard 22oz geological hammer. One-piece forged steel with shock-reduction grip.

Clear Anti-Fog Safety Glasses (4 Pack)

Clear Anti-Fog Safety Glasses (4 Pack)

Adjustable, anti-fog lenses for clear vision in any conditions. About $5 per pair.

Watertight Medical Kit

Watertight Medical Kit

Compact, waterproof first aid kit with bandages, moleskin, and field essentials.

Southwest Treasure Hunter's Gem and Mineral Guide

Southwest Treasure Hunter's Gem and Mineral Guide

Whether you're digging for the first time or are an experienced rockhound or "prospector," with a simple rock hammer and...

Clicking these links supports rockhounding.org at no extra cost to you — it's how we keep these maps and resources free for everyone.

Comments

Comments

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

No comments yet.

Logbook Records

No public logs yet

Be the first to share your experience at this location!