Old United States Mint - San Francisco, CA
Posted by: Groundspeak Premium Member saopaulo1
N 37° 46.977 W 122° 24.417
10S E 552221 N 4181898
"This is San Francisco’s second mint (1869). California’s only such Federal Greek Revival structure. Due to unsurpassed productivity, it became a sub-treasury in 1874."
Waymark Code: WM3RKK
Location: California, United States
Date Posted: 05/11/2008
Published By:Groundspeak Charter Member Marky
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"Intact after the 1906 disaster, it served as a clearinghouse bank, thus aiding in the city’s reconstruction. Closed in 1937, it was restored in 1972-1976 by Mint Director Mary Brooks."
Marker Number: 875.00

Marker Name: OLD UNITED STATES MINT

County: San Francisco

Location:
88-5th St at Mission St, San Francisco

Website: [Web Link]

Has Official CA Plaque: Not Listed

Marker Dedication Date: Not listed
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