- The Rich Legacy of The Past is Preserved Virginia City once concealed treasures of great wealth and held the attention of the world for half a century, pouring over $400, 000, 000.00 in Silver and Gold into the economy of an expanding nation. Still, the golden struck hills illuminate upon it's visitors suspicions of underlying mystery. Imagine the glow of the lanterns passing through the tunnels ...www.virginiacity-nv.org