Mineral & Rock identification and analysis

One key capability essential for small-scale miners and prospectors is accurately identifying the rocks and minerals discovered. Without proper classification knowledge, gem-bearing samples risk being discarded as worthless or, conversely, common minerals can be mistaken as precious. That’s why ZGC provides specialist services around mineral and rock identification and analysis for artisanal mining partners.

Our certified geologists have extensive experience across a wide span of minerals, ores, igneous/metamorphic/sedimentary rock types, and other geological specimens. We conduct visual inspections, diagnostic tests, and advanced analytical procedures in order to provide authoritative identification and classification services.

With expertise across these diverse specialty niches, Zozodo’s analytical outputs help artisanal miners target extraction effort toward the most economically promising ore bodies. And detailed reporting evidence bolsters negotiating leverage when financing and marketing rare specimens to collectors. Our rigorous assessments transform unknown samples into value-creating assets powering profitable, sustainable small-scale mining