Assaying

Assaying & Certification

Methodology

Three independent measurements

Welfinz assays every consignment three ways — by design. Two methods agree on grade; the third is the arbitration method if the first two disagree.

01

XRF Spectrometry

Non-destructive screening. ±0.05% precision on Au/Ag, ±0.1% on PGM. Used to triage lots and route to the appropriate melt.

02

Fire Assay

The classical method. ±0.02% precision on Au, certified against LBMA reference standards. Used as the primary arbitration measurement.

03

ICP-MS

Inductively coupled plasma mass spectrometry. Trace-element analysis down to ppb. Used for dispute resolution and high-purity verification.

Per-Bar Certificate

What every Welfinz certificate contains

Every bar minted by Welfinz carries a sealed certificate — physically attached to the bar, and digitally signed for verification.

FieldValue
Serial NumberUnique laser-engraved identifier (e.g. WF-AU-2026-00482)
WeightNet fine weight in grams, ±0.05 g
PurityThree-method attested (XRF + fire + ICP-MS)
Melt DateDate the melt cycle was completed
AssayerNamed assayer with employee ID, biometric confirmation
QR CodeResolvable at verify.welfinz.com — pulls the full chain of custody

Independent Re-Assay

Counter-assay welcome

Witness Sampling

Buyer-supervised sampling

Buyers are welcome to witness sampling at our DMCC facility. A dedicated sampling station supports witnessed cut-and-weigh procedures on request.

Sealed Reference Samples

Per-lot arbitration sample

For every lot we mint, a sealed reference sample is retained for seven years. Any later dispute can be re-assayed against the original melt.

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