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Ask The Experts - Would a platinum nugget contain all the PGMs?
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Ask The Experts: How do I identify gold in hard rock that may be mixed with other metals?
Q: Aside from the softness scratch test and other methods of identification, what feedback would you have on identifying gold in hard rock that may be mixed with other metals that affect its color?
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Q: ...where would you recommend selling class rings and other scrap gold?
Ask The Experts - What is the name and model of the old jaw crusher pictured in last month’s issue?
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Q: Would a mining company be interested in this area for just the magnetite?
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• Two questions: Is fool's gold magnetic? And how do you go about filing a miing claim?
Ask the Experts - proper mining claim procedures
Q: Can you offer any information on proper mining claim procedures?
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