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BECHTLER'S MINT

Established near here by Christopher Bechtler in 1831. Later moved to Rutherfordton. Minted over $2 1/4 million in gold. Closed about 1849.

Plaque via North Carolina Highway Historical Marker Program, and is used with their permission. Full page here (NC Marker ID O17)

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