Bank Of California 400 California Street Built In 1908

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William Ralston opened the Bank Of California in July 1864.  The rock was processed from Angel Island and it was considered to be one of the grandest structures on the west coast.  During the volatile Nevada mining period, Ralston was discovered conducting illegal banking practices, and in 1885 the bank failed.  He transferred title to another officer, went to North Beach to swim in the ocean and did not return.