Ed Schieffelin facts for kids
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Edward Schieffelin
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![]() Schieffelin in 1882
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Born | 1847 |
Died | May 12, 1897 |
(aged 49–50)
Nationality | American |
Occupation | Indian scout, prospector |
Known for | Discovery of silver in the Arizona Territory |
Spouse(s) | Mary Brown |
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Edward Lawrence Schieffelin (1847–1897) was an Indian scout and prospector who discovered silver in the Arizona Territory, which led to the founding of Tombstone, Arizona. He partnered with his brother Al and mining engineer Richard Gird in a handshake deal that produced millions of dollars in wealth for all three men. During the course of Tombstone's mining history, about US $85,000,000 in silver was produced from its mines.
Images for kids
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A rare specimen of silver ore from Bisbee with specks of silver on the surface.
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The "Old South Shaft Ore Quarry, Face of Tough-nut Mine, part of Town of Tombstone, Arizona. Dragoon Mountains, with Cochise Stronghold in background," mammoth plate, by the American photographer Carleton E. Watkins, 1880
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The custom-fitted steamer New Packet built by Ed and Al Schieffelin at the wharf in St. Michael, Alaska, two hours before its departure for a trip up the Yukon River.