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Gold recovery from old "jewelry bombing" solution

I am a retired jeweler and have over 20 gallons of Bombing Solution stored in chemical containers. Can someone tell me the most modern, safest, and comprehensive way to drop the gold content.

Thank You, Willie in Miami, Florida.

Willie Cejas
Retired jeweler - Miami, Florida, USA
August 28, 2008

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September 2, 2008

Hey Willie,
There are ways to drop the gold out of bombing solutions, but the process is very dangerous without the right equipment and full knowledge of the process. This should be processed by a reputable precious metals refiner that can arrange legal transport of the solution, and give you a fair return. Some refiners will draw a sample of the solution and give you the results before they pick it up. This way if you are not satisfied, you can seek out another refiner and you still have the material in house.
Speaking of "in house", I hope you don't have this material stored in your place of residence. Even if it's being stored in a factory, there are strict requirements on permits, labeling, storage conditions, and the amount of time it stays there. I would have it processed as soon as possible. This is the most modern and most importantly, THE SAFEST WAY. Enjoy your retirement, hope you get a good return.

Mark Baker
process engineer - Malone, New York