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    Why is Montana called the 'Treasure State'?

    Question #30830. Asked by roobear. (Mar 30 03 12:28 AM)


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    		One of the more popular nicknames for Montana, 'The Treasure State' or 'Treasure State' legend was featured on standard license plates from 1950 to 1966. Montana is referred to as the 'Treasure State because of it's rich mineral reserves. Mining has been an economic cornerstone of the state and the state's motto 'Oro y Plata,' Spanish for gold and silver, refers to two of the minerals that gave rise to the nickname. http://www.netstate.com/states/intro/mt_intro.htm

    Mar 30 03, 12:37 AM

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