processing fees and metal paid on vary. european refiners pay more for more metals than u.s. processors, but their minimums are higher.

standard processing fees are $1 to $1.85/lb + 3 to 5% of metal recovered. most processors will pay out on gold, silver, palladium and platinum. a few will pay out on the copper.

the biggest problem is getting an accurate assay on the materials.



the real question is if you are willing to accept half of the value of your material.