⛏️ 1880 CALIFORNIA WATER AND MINING COMPANY - Organized Under the Laws of the State of New York - Ornate stock certificate issued to Charles F. Bauerdorf for 500 shares worth $20 each ($10,000). Mines, Canals, Timberlands & Other Property Located in Eldorado County, California (printed at right). Impressive Bald Eagle vignette. An early hydraulic gold miner operating a water nozzle, known as a monitor can be seen to the left of the Eagle. To the right you can see two prospectors, one swinging a pickax. Snow-capped mountains in the background. Signed by Fred E. Gilbert as company president. Printed by the American Bank Note Co. of NY.   Price - $120