Gold in Jamaica- Main Ridge & Pennants Clarendon
C3 Metals & Geophysx Jamaica, have been quoted in Jamaican media outlets: Jamaica Gleaner & Jamaica Observer, of having struck gold. Through their partnership (C3 Metals & Geophysx Jamaica), they have embarked on unearthing Gold & Copper–Super Block project. This project area encompass Main Ridge, Clarendon. Pennants (Clarendon) is also included in this project area.
Central Inlier, Jamaica Geology: Foundation to Portland, Jamaica Gold Potential
Professor Simon Mitchell’s 2013 Journal Article: Lithostratigraphy of the Central Inlier, Jamaica, gives a thorough description of the geologic formations & members that are sources of Gold & Copper mineralization. Basalt, Andesite & Rhyolite (volcanic rocks), are examples of the petrology mentioned.
Portland, Jamaica–Gold Potential?
My field geology mapping in Portland, Jamaica has led me to the hypothesis that Portland has Gold potential. Albany, Claverty Cottage, Shirley Castle, and Swift River, are areas that reveal similar geology (Andesites, Basalt…) to those mentioned in Professor Simon Mitchell’s paper referenced herein. A limitation in my work however, is the non-geochemical & non-geophysical tests done; as well as the non-microscopic mineral observations done.
Nevertheless, among other things I won’t explicitly mention, I can feel that I’m right.
Fools Gold? The Case of Chester Castle, Hanover, Jamaica
In 2023 there was a buzz in Chester Castle, Hanover. This buzz revolved around the community residents belief of finding gold. It was eventually determined that the find was that of Pyrite (Fools Gold), and not gold. As we watched videos of the residents ‘mining’ operation(s) the colour of the sediment(s), caught the attention of our scientifically-inquisitive mind. Could it be that the sediment(s) color holds clues not just in the pyrites formation; but potentially in true gold being nearby?
About The Author
Oshane Bryant: BSc Geology, Geography Minor; ACE CPT since 2012; Jamaica Business Development Corporation (JBDC) Accelerator Graduate-2018 cohort; Licensed KUKIBO Martial Arts & Self Defense, Senior Instructor; OB Fitness Founder & Managing Director.
