In 1792, the gold/silver price ratio was fixed by law in the United States at 15:1, which meant that one troy ounce of gold was worth 15 troy ounces of silver; a ratio of 15.5:1 was enacted in France in 1803. The average gold/silver price ratio during the 20th century, however, was 47:1.
About Deep Creek Lake. Located in Garrett County in north-western Maryland, Deep Creek Lake is a man-made reservoir conveniently located a short drive from Morgantown, WV (45 minutes), Pittsburgh (2 hours), Baltimore (3 hours), and Washington DC (3 hours).
Deep Creek Lake is definitely one of our areaâs gems, offering a cooling rush to our summer season and a frozen beauty during the winter. Another charm to Garrett County is the small-town local culture. Towns neighboring Deep Creek Lake to the north and south seem to have their own identity and way of life. Oakland is the county seat, located south of McHenry and Deep Creek Lake. Brick sidewalks line shops and cafes and meander through town, leading past museums and the old train station. Oakland is a hub for unique antique shops and community events.