The dormant Fontainebleau Las Vegas, as seen behind the Circus Circus Hotel and Casino in Las Vegas. The Fontainebleau was announced as the Las Vegas version of a classic Miami Beach hotel. Construction started in 2007, and stopped in 2009. In November of that year, financier Carl Ichan purchased the unfinished Fontainebleau out of bankruptcy. The following year, he sold off the fittings and furnishings purchased for the hotel. In late 2015, the Fontainebleau was listed as being for sale.

From the Mint Hotel Photograph Collection (PH-00235) -- Printed on back of card, "The Mint Hotel-Casino Las Vegas, Nevada property of a wholly-owned Del E. Webb Subsidiary. THE MINT - Tallest building in Nevada and world famous for its FREE 'Behind The Scenes' public tours. The Mint boasts 300 luxurious rooms. The most romantic setting in Las Vegas is the Top O' The Mint cocktail lounge, dancing and Ambassador Room Steakhouse all accessible via the unique glass enclosed, scenic outside elevator. Near 'round-the-clock entertainment and the friendliest employees in town help make your visit to The Mint one you'll never forget. No wonder they call it the 'Biggest Sleeper in Las Vegas.'"

The Mint Hotel Photograph Collection (PH-00235) -- Printed on back of card: "The Mint Hotel-Casino Las Vegas, Nevada property of a wholly-owned Del E. Webb Subsidiary. THE MINT - Tallest building in Nevada and world famous for its FREE "Behind The Scenes" public tours. The Mint boasts 300 luxurious rooms. The most romantic setting in Las Vegas is the Top O' The Mint cocktail lounge, dancing and Ambassador Room Steakhouse all accessible via the unique glass enclosed, scenic outside elevator. Near 'round-the-clock entertainment and the friendliest employees in town help make your visit to The Mint one you'll never forget. No wonder they call it the "Biggest Sleeper in Las Vegas." (copyright 1961)."

Ground level view looking up of the Union Plaza Hotel, showing the elevator and the height of the hotel.

Side view of Union Plaza Hotel on July 1, 1971.