ResponsibleSourcing
Ethical, conflict-free gold supply with traceable origin across Uganda & Africa.
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Volume IV / Gold Services
Sourcing.Assaying.Refining.Secure logistics.
Earthly Metals delivers the full gold value chain from Uganda across Africa — responsible sourcing, due diligence, assaying, refinery tolling, custody and secure logistics, built for trusted trade.
Est. MMXX — Kampala / Africa Trade Desk
Earthly Metals — Gold Services
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Case file · What we do
End-to-end gold trade services
From responsible sourcing and due diligence to assaying, refinery tolling, custody and secure logistics — Earthly Metals delivers the full value chain.
DueDiligence
Verification, compliance and risk control before every gold transaction.
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Sampling&Testing
Representative sampling with accredited laboratory analysis.
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GoldAssaying
Precision purity assessment and certified market valuation.
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RefineryTolling
Doré purification and bar production to LBMA-ready quality.
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Mining&Exploration
Artisanal to large-scale support — from pit to processed product.
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CustodySolutions
Single and joint custody with vaulted security and chain-of-trust.
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Wholesale&Retail
Bulk trade and retail-ready gold for buyers of every scale.
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SecureLogistics
Armed, insured, cross-border transport of physical gold.
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Service 1 of 9
Responsible Sourcing
Ethical, conflict-free gold supply with verified origin documentation. We work only with vetted artisanal cooperatives, mid-tier operators and large-scale mines that meet our responsible-sourcing standards.
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Service 2 of 9
Due Diligence & Compliance
Counterparty KYC, source-of-funds checks, ownership history and regulatory compliance — structured to reduce risk and build durable trade relationships.
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Service 3 of 9
Sampling & Laboratory Testing
Representative sampling protocols, XRF screening on-site and accredited lab analysis off-site — accurate composition before any commercial commitment.
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Service 4 of 9
Gold Assaying
Fire-assay and ICP-MS results from accredited partners. Every gram traded is backed by certified purity data that holds up at any refinery or vault.
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Service 5 of 9
Refinery Tolling & Doré Purification
Convert doré and concentrates into LBMA-grade bars, granules and coins through our refinery partner network — with transparent tolling terms.
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Service 6 of 9
Mining & Exploration Support
Operational support for artisanal cooperatives through to large-scale mine operators — equipment, technical advisory and offtake agreements.
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Service 7 of 9
Single & Joint Custody
Vaulted custody with full title, audit and on-demand withdrawal. Joint-custody options for buyer/seller escrow during settlement windows.
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Service 8 of 9
Gold Wholesale & Retail
Bulk wholesale lots for institutional buyers and curated retail products for jewellers, collectors and private investors.
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Service 9 of 9
Secure Logistics & Transport
Armed escort, insured cross-border shipment, real-time tracking and discreet handling — from mine site to refinery to final destination.
Our process
Ten precise steps from enquiry to delivery
A documented, repeatable workflow built to remove risk, friction and ambiguity from every gold transaction. Tap any card to expand.
10+
African Markets
12yr
On the Ground
99.99%
Refined Purity
$1.4B
Gold Transacted
24/7
Trade Desk
Why Earthly Metals
The gold standard for African gold trade
Six commitments that shape every deal — from the first phone call to the final settlement.
Integrity First
Every transaction documented, every counterparty verified, every promise kept.
Independent compliance review on every consignment — no shortcuts, ever.
Transparent Pricing
Live LBMA-linked rates with no hidden spread or surprise fees.
Certified Assay
Independent laboratory results back every gram we trade.
Secure Logistics
Armed, insured cross-border transport to refinery or vault.
Fair Settlement
Fast payment, clear documentation, miner-friendly terms.
Pan-African Reach
Trusted partners in 10+ countries — sourcing where the gold is.
10+ countries · 50+ partners
FAQ
Answers from our trade desk
The questions we hear most often from buyers, miners, investors and partners.
We operate verified supply chains with traceable origin, clear ownership records and standards that strengthen trust in every deal across Uganda and Africa.
We check transaction details, ownership background, documentation and counterpart credibility before any gold exchange begins — structured to reduce risk.
Sampling and lab testing provide reliable data on quality, composition and value, helping buyers and sellers make informed decisions based on verified results.
Assaying measures purity and composition; refinery tolling and doré purification transform raw material into cleaner, higher-value, market-ready output.
Single and joint custody, armed transport, wholesale and retail solutions are all designed to protect value and ensure smooth delivery across Africa.
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