SILVER ORE PURCHASING
Silver-bearingsulfide ore.
We purchase silver ore from mining cooperatives and companies in Potosí, Bolivia.
No penalties for impurities
01 /THE MINERAL
Silversulfide ore.
We purchase sulfide ore containing silver.
Send us the assay report, the origin of the ore and the available tonnage so we can assess your lot.
POTOSÍ / BOLIVIA02 /LOT ASSESSMENT
Assay andpurchase terms.
The purchase value is based on silver content. Before dispatch, we agree on the terms for the lot, the delivery point and the required documents.
Prepare a delivery04 /PURCHASE TERMS
No penaltiesfor impurities.
We purchase silver sulfide ore with no penalties for arsenic, antimony, copper or other impurities.
- AsArsenic
- No penalty
- SbAntimony
- No penalty
- CuCopper
- No penalty
- Other impurities
- No penalty
Receiving, assay and settlement
- 01
Agreement before dispatch
The origin, shipment, delivery point, transport arrangements and documentation are confirmed before dispatch.
- 02
Receiving and weighing
Each lot is identified and recorded with its receiving and weighbridge documents: gross weight, tare and net wet weight.
- 03
Sampling and custody
A representative sample is taken from the lot. Portions are identified and sealed, with an umpire sample retained to resolve differences.
- 04
Assay and verification
Silver grade is determined by laboratory analysis. Differences are reviewed using the sealed counter-sample and the agreed independent umpire laboratory.
- 05
Settlement weight and statement
The settlement records wet weight, moisture, settlement weight, silver grade, market references and applicable items. Agreed advances are credited to the corresponding lot.
- 06
Payment and records
Payment timing and method are agreed with the supplier. The transaction is supported by its records and settlement statement.
We contribute towards transport costs, subject to agreement with the supplier.
05 /PURCHASE PRICES
Calculate yourshipment value.
Enter the silver grade, weight and moisture. Review the calculation and download your preliminary settlement.
The preliminary settlement is an estimate. Final settlement uses the recorded weight, assay and terms agreed for the lot.