Collection Summary
Information for Researchers
Administrative Information
Collection Summary
Collection Title: California Gold Rush Letters,
Date (inclusive): 1848-1859
Collection Number: BANC MSS C-B 547
Extent:
Number of containers: 4 boxes, 3 oversize folders and 2 oversize volumes
Number of microfilm reels: 2
Repository: The
Bancroft Library
Berkeley, California 94720-6000
Abstract: Contains original, transcripts, photocopies and microfilm copies of California gold rush letters.
Languages Represented:
Collection materials are in English and one letter in German.
Physical Location: Many of the Bancroft Library collections are stored offsite and advance notice may be required for use. For current information
on the location of these materials, please consult the library's online catalog.
Information for Researchers
Access
Collection is open for research.
Publication Rights
Copyright has not been assigned to The Bancroft Library. All requests for permission to publish or reproduce must be submitted
in writing to the Head of Public Services, The Bancroft Library, University of California, Berkeley, CA 94720-6000. Permission
for publication is given on behalf of The Bancroft Library as the owner of the physical items and is not intended to include
or imply permission of the copyright holder, which must also be obtained by the reader.
Copyright restrictions also apply to digital representations of the original materials. Use of digital files is restricted
to research and educational purposes.
Preferred Citation
[Identification of item], California gold rush letters, BANC MSS C-B 547, The Bancroft Library, University of California,
Berkeley.
Alternate Forms Available
There are no alternate forms of this collection.
Administrative Information
Acquisition Information
The California Gold Rush Letters were given to or purchased by The Bancroft Library from various sources. When known the donors
or owners of originals are noted on the folders. The microfilm in Part II is a copy of papers owned by the Chicago Historical
Soceity.
Accruals
This collection is closed to additions. To find more letters from the California gold rush search the Library of Congress
heading Gold mines and mining-- California.
Processing Information
Processed by Bancroft Library Staff.