Gold is commonly found in combination with other minerals in rocks. Iron pyrite is a very common associated mineral compound seen where gold deposits are found. Similarly, gold is also found in other minerals such as pyrrhotite, sphalerite, hematite and magnetite. It also occurs in the form of calverite which is a telluride. Other common…
Gold Prospecting 101
Gold is one of the world’s most popular precious metals. Pure yellow gold has always fascinated man from ancient times and interestingly, it has always been a factor in determining value of possessions. It was considered to be a mark of royalty and still dominates the perception of economic stability. When looking through history, you…