Coloma in El Dorado County, California — The American West (Pacific Coastal)
Weller’s Store
Site of
Photographed By Syd Whittle, March 17, 2009
1. Weller’s Store Marker
Like many ‘49ers, Samuel and Elias Weller soon quit mining and turned to less exhausting work. The Weller brothers operated two stores in town; one was primarily a tin shop. The brick buildings were called Coloma’s first fireproof structures. Their first store was known as “The Old Stand” with the “Sign of the large Coffee Pot.” Both of the Weller’s Stores supplied the town with hardware, firearms, and cooking utensils. By 1855 the Wellers had added stoves, furniture, crockery, china and glassware. All items were advertised to be sold at small profits, and home deliveries were made at no charge.
Erected by Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park.
Topics. This historical marker is listed in these topic lists: Industry & Commerce • Notable Places • Settlements & Settlers. A significant historical year for this entry is 1855.
Location. This marker has been replaced by another marker nearby. It was located near 38° 48.035′ N, 120° 53.47′ W. Marker was in Coloma, California, in El Dorado County.
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Other nearby markers. At least 8 other markers are within walking distance of this location. Site of Hook and Ladder House No. 1 (here, next to this marker); Site of Weller's Store (here, next to this marker); Bekeart’s Gun Shop (a few steps from this marker); Coloma Post Office (a few steps from this marker); Site of Doctor Taylor's Store (a few steps from this marker); Weller House (a few steps from this marker); Coloma Greys (a few steps from this marker); Crescent City Hotel and Hall (within shouting distance of this marker). Touch for a list and map of all markers in Coloma.
More about this marker. The marker has been removed and replaced by a different marker.
Also see . . .
1. Coloma Town Tour. Historic Highway 49 website entry:
An easy half mile walk along Main Street. This is the area occupied by the historic town of Coloma. There are signs at each site and structure giving a brief description and history. (Submitted on March 26, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.)
2. The Discovery of Gold in California. California Department of Conservation website entry (Submitted on August 5, 2021, by Larry Gertner of New York, New York.)
Additional keywords. Gold Rush
Photographed By Syd Whittle, March 17, 2009
2. Weller’s Store Marker
Photographed By Syd Whittle, March 17, 2009
3. Weller House
Credits. This page was last revised on January 23, 2023. It was originally submitted on March 26, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona. This page has been viewed 877 times since then and 17 times this year. Photos: 1, 2, 3. submitted on March 26, 2009, by Syd Whittle of Mesa, Arizona.
