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GEMS OF ZAMBIA Developing Zambian Resources
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©2003-8 Jay W. Preston
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Visit to the Dammas mine in the Ndola Emerald Region. This shows typical outcrops of porphery that indicate the presence of gem bearing deposits.
ZenovaCorp personnel including Preston, Silumbwe, and Nkonde. The end of the wet season means that the pit can be drained and mining operations can begin.
Preston examines alluvium for traces of gemstones and matrix.
Termites are nature's miners, and here is a fresh mound. Preston checks if the little miners have brought any color to the surface. |