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Basic Geology for the Independent Miner—Part VI Geology of Placer Gold Deposits
June 2006 by Chris Ralph
Placer deposits are the focus of many small-scale prospectors, as they can be worked with comparatively inexpensive equipment. In this conclusion of a six-part series, we will take a look at the geology and formation of placer deposits...
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What Was That Article Again?
July 2010
Have you ever waded through your pile of Mining Journals looking for a particular article? The annual index, published each December is a great help, but I have a better idea.
Have you ever waded through your pile of Mining Journals looking for a particular article? The annual index, published each December is a great help, but I have a better idea.
The Basics of Small-Scale Heap Leaching with Cyanide Part I—History, Suitablility and Permitting
July 2007
Hardrock mining is usually done on a large scale, and although a few small-scale hardrock operations still exist, it’s not an easy operation to start up and run profitably.
Hardrock mining is usually done on a large scale, and although a few small-scale hardrock operations still exist, it’s not an easy operation to start up and run profitably.
Gemstones
October 1999
by Ronald F. Balazik
Excerpted from USGS Mineral Industry Survey's 1998 Annual Review
by Ronald F. BalazikExcerpted from USGS Mineral Industry Survey's 1998 Annual Review
The Business of Mining: Financial Recoveries for Mandated Changes
April 2006
True independence is rare among prospectors and miners. There is always someone or some agency that is telling the small-scale miner or prospector how to operate or requiring changes in their operations.
True independence is rare among prospectors and miners. There is always someone or some agency that is telling the small-scale miner or prospector how to operate or requiring changes in their operations.
Ask the Experts—How can I separate gold from carbon?
April 2007
Q: [I have] fine gold in activated coconut shell carbon after treatment with a battery charger, battery and salt, from my deep wells. In the furnace, the carbon does not burn away to free the gold, but mixes worse than ever...
Q: [I have] fine gold in activated coconut shell carbon after treatment with a battery charger, battery and salt, from my deep wells. In the furnace, the carbon does not burn away to free the gold, but mixes worse than ever...
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