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Raw Gold

Unrefined gold recovered from ore or alluvial sources, before it reaches a refinery.

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Crystalline native gold on quartz (illustrative)

Overview

Raw gold refers to gold that has been recovered but not refined. It may come from alluvial workings or from processing ore, and it naturally contains silver and other metals, so its gold content varies from one source to another.

Because the material has not been refined, the decisive question for a buyer is how much gold it really contains. Fineness can only be established by assaying, and settlement is often tied to the result after refining.

Product forms and buyer considerations

Doré
A semi-pure alloy poured on site, intended for onward refining.
Flakes and grains
Loose, unmelted particles recovered from processing or panning.
Buyer considerations
Whether payment will be based on a pre-shipment assay, a refinery outturn, or both.

Specifications to confirm

  • Form of the material and total weight
  • Assay method and the laboratory performing it
  • Basis for settlement (assay or refinery outturn)
  • Export permits and royalty documentation
  • Insurance and secure transport arrangements

Due diligence

  • Apply recognised responsible-sourcing guidance for gold from the region.
  • Confirm that applicable royalties and export taxes have been documented.
  • Have the material assayed independently before final settlement.

The exact product form, specifications, documentation and availability must be confirmed for each proposed transaction. We do not publish prices, inventory, grades or delivery times.

Frequently asked questions

How pure is raw gold?

It varies by source. We make no purity claims; fineness is established by assay for each transaction.

Is raw gold the same as gold dust?

Gold dust is one form of raw gold. Raw gold also includes doré and other unrefined material.

Where is the gold from?

Origin is documented per transaction. We do not claim confirmed origins for any specific lot in advance.

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