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Bingham Copper Mine Utah Open Pit Mining Oquirrh Range Vintage Postcard C412. The image presents a breathtaking aerial view of the world's largest open-pit copper mine, nestled within the majestic Oquirrh Range, just a few miles from Salt Lake City. The terraced landscape showcases a dynamic palette of green, gray, and red, resembling a vast, ever-changing stadium. Discover the awe-inspiring scale of the Bingham Copper Mine in Utah, captured in this vibrant vintage postcard. The image presents a breathtaking aerial view of the world's largest open-pit copper mine, nestled within the majestic Oquirrh Range, just a few miles from Salt Lake City. The terraced landscape showcases a dynamic palette of green, gray, and red, resembling a vast, ever-changing stadium. This remarkable industrial marvel highlights the immense operation where electric shovels meticulously move fifteen tons of ore at a time, a testament to human engineering and resource extraction. This collectible postcard, featuring a "Natural Color" print from a Kodachrome photograph by Hal Rumel, offers a vivid glimpse into a significant American industrial landmark. Published by Mike Roberts and distributed by Intermountain Tourist Supply, Inc., it captures the profound geographical and economic impact of mining in the Western United States. A unique piece for collectors of Utah history, mining memorabilia, or industrial photography, this postcard serves as a powerful visual record of a pivotal site.