What was the silver rush in Nevada?

The Nevada Silver Rush began in 1859 with the discovery of the Comstock Lode in Virginia City, Nevada. The lode was one of the richest silver deposits ever found, yielding billions of dollars worth of silver. The discovery of the Comstock Lode sparked a massive migration of miners and settlers to the area, leading to the rapid development of Virginia City and other nearby towns. The rush lasted for several decades and had a significant impact on the history and development of the state of Nevada.