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WORLD2026-03-1916:00:01 UTC

Briefing: Ancient brines helped build Idaho's Silver Valley and Cobalt belt

Editorial Staff · 1 min read

Idaho's Silver Valley has produced approximately 1.2 billion ounces of silver since the late 1800s.

The silver output is equivalent to a solid cube as tall as a five-story building.

The region has also yielded significant amounts of lead and zinc.