Asgat mine
The Asgat mine is one of the largest silver mines in Mongolia and in the world.[1] Asgat Mine sits on the Yustid Ore Cluster [2] in Nogoonnuur District, Bayan-Ölgii Province[1] The mine has estimated reserves of 2,247 tons silver.[1] In addition, the mine is estimated to contain 4,229 tons of Arsenic, 2,092 tons of Zinc, and 8.9 tons of cadmium among other deposits.[3] The mine is not currently in operation. Part of the mine required for access sits across the border in Russia, the location lacks road, rail, water, and power infrastructure.[3]
| Location | |
|---|---|
| Country | Mongolia |
| Production | |
| Products | Silver |
References
- "Mineral deposits of Northern Asia". docstoc.com. 2012. Archived from the original on 2013-09-23. Retrieved 2013-07-10.
- "Asgat Ag-Sb deposit, Asgat-Ozernoe zone, Yustid ore cluster, Nogoonnuur District, Bayan-Ölgii Province, Mongolia". Retrieved 26 March 2023.
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