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Understanding Geologic Deposit Models
May 2008 by Chris Ralph
Geologists have long noted the similarities of certain types of mineral deposits all across the globe. Similar minerals, similar country rocks, and similar grades of mineralization may occur in several different parts of the world.Additional articles that might interest you...
South Yuba River Recreational Area
September 2009
Within 30 minutes, a nice, coarse nugget popped up right in the gold pan, and the rush was on! We worked hard for the entire day. Though some pans were not as good as others, the gold was good enough to...
Within 30 minutes, a nice, coarse nugget popped up right in the gold pan, and the rush was on! We worked hard for the entire day. Though some pans were not as good as others, the gold was good enough to...
Mining Stock Quotes and Mineral & Metal Prices
November 2015
Alaska Minerals Poster Available from BLM
March 1999
The BLM's Juneau Mineral Information Center has released a full-color 18x24 poster that highlights minerals from across Alaska.
The BLM's Juneau Mineral Information Center has released a full-color 18x24 poster that highlights minerals from across Alaska.
Market Spotlight: Platinum in Demand
December 2006
Platinum has run to record highs this year, but it’s not a rush of demand for wedding bands that has boosted prices. It’s diesel.
Platinum has run to record highs this year, but it’s not a rush of demand for wedding bands that has boosted prices. It’s diesel.
12-Year-Old Unearths Large Diamond
September 2013
It is the eighth largest brown diamond to be found and certified by park staff.
It is the eighth largest brown diamond to be found and certified by park staff.
Continuing Hard Rock Exploration
April 2014
We had been picking away at it, but the going was mightly slow. Why not use some explosives to advance a little quicker?
We had been picking away at it, but the going was mightly slow. Why not use some explosives to advance a little quicker?
Legislative and Regulatory Update
January 2011
• California suction dredgers had better prepare for battle
• California suction dredgers had better prepare for battle
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