Arizona Gold & Gems: Then & Now

Five Historic & Modern Prospecting Maps for Finding Arizona's Gold, Gems & Mining History

Arizona Gold & Gems: Then & Now is an invaluable map collection for gold prospectors, rockhounds, metal detectorists, and Arizona history enthusiasts. This unique five-map set combines modern U.S. Geological Survey maps with historic mining maps, allowing you to compare past mining districts, townsites, and mineral discoveries with today's landscape.

Designed to help locate historic gold-producing regions and gem-bearing areas throughout Arizona, these detailed maps highlight hundreds of years of mining history while identifying locations for gold, silver, gemstones, and mineral deposits across the state. The set includes historical maps dating from the 1860s through the 1880s alongside modern reference maps, making it an outstanding research tool for planning prospecting adventures and exploring Arizona's rich mining heritage.

Perfect For

• Gold prospectors

• Metal detectorists

• Rockhounds

• Gem hunters

• Mining history enthusiasts

• Ghost town explorers

• Outdoor adventurers

• Hikers and campers

• Geology students

• Treasure hunters

• Historical researchers

• Arizona travelers

Features

• Complete five-map collection

• Combines historic and modern maps

• Covers the entire state of Arizona

• Shows historic mining districts and townsites

• Identifies numerous gold and gem locations

• Easy-to-read map layout

• Based on authentic historical sources

• Excellent field and research reference

Benefits

• Compare historic mining maps with today's landscape

• Locate historic gold-producing regions

• Discover gem and mineral collecting areas

• Research ghost towns and early mining camps

• Plan prospecting trips with greater confidence

• Learn Arizona's rich mining history while exploring

Map Collection Includes

• Northwest Arizona Gold & Gems Map

• Northeast Arizona Gold & Gems Map

• Southwest Arizona Gold & Gems Map

• Southeast Arizona Gold & Gems Map

• Historic Arizona Reference Maps featuring early mineral districts, townsites, and mining information from the late 1800s

Recommended Accessories

Complete your Arizona prospecting kit with:

• Garrett Gold Panning Kit

• Gold Classifier Screens

• Snuffer Bottle

• Gold Collection Vials

• Prospecting Pick

• Crevice Tools

• Folding Shovel

• Handheld GPS

• Fists Full of Gold by Chris Ralph

• Handheld Magnifier or Jeweler's Loupe

Specifications

• Title: Arizona Gold & Gems: Then & Now

• Format: Five Double-Sided Fold-Out Maps

• Coverage: Entire State of Arizona

• Includes Historic & Modern Maps

• Language: English

• Suitable for Field or Reference Use

What's Included

• Five double-sided Arizona Gold & Gems maps featuring historic mining information and modern reference maps.

Why Buy From High Plains Prospectors?

At High Plains Prospectors, we know that successful prospecting begins with good research. Arizona Gold & Gems: Then & Now helps you connect Arizona's historic mining districts with today's terrain, making it easier to locate promising areas for gold prospecting, rockhounding, and outdoor exploration. Whether you're planning your next adventure or building your prospecting library, this detailed map collection is an excellent resource for anyone fascinated by Arizona's mining history and mineral wealth.

This collection of 5 double sided historical mining maps will help you plan your next prospecting trip.

Then And Now Maps are a unique map series shows changes in gold & gem fields over the last 100 years in selected western states. Each map package includes current USGS maps of the state along with antique turn-of-the-century maps of the same areas for comparison.

Package contains 5 maps measuring 17.5" x 23" unfolded, printed on both sides and reproduced from authentic documents on file from resources such as National Archives, State Libraries and Geological & Mineral Reports. Maps show 100 years of reported gold occurrences along with gem deposits. 

• Folds to 6.5" x 9"
• Unfolded size - 17.5" x 23"

Fascinating series of 5 maps showing gold and gem locations around Arizona, as well as historical maps with settlements dating back to 1868. The first map shows gems and minerals in the northwest, and early mineral locations around the state. The second map shows gold and gems in the northeast part of the state, and mineral districts in 1869. The third map shows gold and gems in the southwest part of the state, and town sites in 1886. The fourth map shows gold and gems in the southeastern part of the state and provides a history of mining in the state. The fifth map shows Arizona in 1881.