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Tests ores and minerals and analyzes results to determine value and properties of components, using spectrographic analysis, chemical solutions, and chemical or laboratory equipment, such as furnaces, beakers, graduates, pipettes, and crucibles: Separates metals or other components from dross materials by solution, flotation, or other liquid processes, or by dry methods, such as application of heat to form slags of lead, borax, and other impurities. Weighs residues on balance scale to determine proportion of pure gold, silver, platinum, or other metals or components. May specialize in testing and analyzing precious metals and be designated Gold-And-Silver Assayer.

Personality Traits


Flexible: You're open to change and think variety is the spice of life.

Reliable: You can always be counted on to do a good job.

Team Player: You're able to listen, communicate, and work with tons of different people.

Salary and Education


How much does an Assayer make?

Nationally: $26,000 – $67,000

Main education level: Bachelor's

source: US Dept of Labor





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