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Independence

Located at over 10,900 feet, the Independence lode was discovered on July 4, 1879 and soon after a town of 300 sprang up. By 1882, there were 1500 residents and over 40 businesses. Independence only produced about $190,000 in ore and was a ghost town by 1890. Nearby Aspen attracted the people and became the county seat.
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Remnants of a "neighborhood" row of cabins, Independence, Colorado (est. c.1880).
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Remnants of a "neighborhood" row of cabins, Independence, Colorado (est. c.1880).

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  • Looking through at Independence Peak, Independence, Colorado (est. c.1880).
  • Looking through at Independence Peak, Independence, Colorado (est. c.1880).
  • Luxurious miner's cabins in Independence, Colorado (founded c.1880).
  • Remnants of a "neighborhood" row of cabins, Independence, Colorado (est. c.1880).
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