HYBRID DIAMONDS & GOLD

We Refine
precious metals .

Hybrid is a boutique precious metals refining company primariliy focused on the second hand and scrap gold market. We are a proudly level 3 B.B.B.E.E. company associated with OECD, IPMI, RJC, SADPMR and other regulatory bodies.

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Who We are.

We strive for perfection. We attain excellence.

Hybrid was founded in 2009 by Johnathan Schultz, primarily as a secondhand scrap gold dealer. He was joined shortly thereafter by Makhosi John Makhosi. Coming from a family with an extensive background in the Gold and Diamond mining industry, Johnathan brings with him an understanding and knowledge that has helped shaped Hybrid into the company that it is today.

The combination of mining background, financial studies and a keen interest in investments has provided us with unique insights into the industry, resulting in Hybrid ascending from a humble secondhand scrap gold dealer to being a forerunner within the precious metals refining arena. Hybrid has further expanded our core offering to include extraction of gold and other precious metals from loaded carbon, fluxes and various specialized materials.

Hybrid differentiates itself by identifying challenges faced in the industry and develops solutions to resolve the obstacles. Through collaboration with strategic partners who are specialists in their field, we are able to optimize our performance and streamline processes, resulting in effective and efficient service for our loyal and potential customers.

FOUNDED

Hybrid was founded in 2009 by Johnathan Schultz

Expansion

expanded our core offering to include extraction of gold and other precious metals from loaded carbon, fluxes and various specialized materials.

Expertise

Extensive background in the Gold and Diamond Mining industry

SYSTEMS

Through collaboration with strategic partners who are specialists in their field, we are able to optimize our performance and streamline processes

WE REFINE GOLD AND SILVER TAKING IT FROM LOW PURITY UP TO 99.99% OR AS REQUIRED

What We Do:

– Purchase various grades of gold and other precious metals.

– Refine precious metals up to 99.9% fine purity.

– Processing of carbon fines and loaded carbon.

B.B.B.E.E. Certificate - LEVEL 3 CONTRIBUTOR

Hybrid has been independently verified in accordance with the Codes of Good Practice, issued in terms of Section 9(1) of the Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment Act 53 of 2003

MEMBER AND CHAIN-OF-CUSTODY CERTIFIED BY THE RESPONSIBLE JEWELLERY COUNCIL (RJC)

MEMBER & CHAIN-OF-CUSTODY CERTIFIED BY THE RESPONSIBLE JEWELLERY COUNCIL (RJC)” to “MEMBER OF, CODE-OF-PRACTICE AND CHAIN-OF-CUSTODY CERTIFIED BY THE RESPONSIBLE JEWELLERY COUNCIL (RJC

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How We Do It.

Here at Hybrid we believe in upholding the highest ethical standards whilst building solid business relationships. Hybrid’s proactive approach of anticipating industry needs allows for a focused and specialized service offering whilst driving cost and time efficiencies.

Hybrid is committed to compliance with strict policies, procedures, regulations and laws ensuring that all standards, frameworks and guidance of the various regulatory bodies and Acts of Parliament are adhered to.

Hybrid itself holds a precious metals refining permit from the South African Diamonds & Precious Metals regulator (SADPMR), along with permits for both importing and exporting of unwrought and semi-fabricated precious metals. We are also an accredited member of the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC).

All of Hybrid’s business partners and suppliers undergo stringent Due Diligence checks for Responsible Gold and all metal passing through Hybrid abides by the chain of custody requirements as set out by the Organisation of Economic Co-Operation and Development (OECD), as well as being subjected to the processes as laid out by the London Bullion Market Association (LBMA).

Making a Difference

Policy and Procedure .

It is the policy of Hybrid to prohibit and actively prevent money laundering and the funding of terrorist or criminal activities. We define money laundering as engaging in acts designed to conceal or disguise the true origins of criminally derived proceeds so that unlawful proceeds appear to have derived from legitimate origins or constitute legitimate assets.

Hybrid is committed to respecting human rights, complies with relevant sanctions resolutions and laws implementing such resolutions.

Hybrid has been independently verified in accordance with the Codes of Good Practice, issued in terms of Section 9(1) of the Broad Based Black Economic Empowerment Act 53 of 2003.

Hybrid is an accredited member of the Responsible Jewellery Council (RJC). The RJC Code of Practices is a Standard against which Members are certified through independent verification by RJC Accredited Auditors.

Corporate social responsibility.

Our company’s social responsibility falls under two categories: compliance and proactiveness.

Hybrid proactively promotes community development and gives back to those most in need. In 2018 Hybrid partnered with Siyazighabisa children, youth and community organization; a registered non-profit orphanage housing abandoned, HIV positive and AIDS affected children. Siyazighabisa home feeds, educates, protects, empowers and supports about 120 children which are under their care. Siyazighabisa is currently permanently housing 20 rejected, abandoned, needy, abused, and orphaned children and on a daily basis feeds approximately 75 children in the morning and after school.

At Hybrid we believe in the power of education; it is for this reason that we have chosen to provide school bags, books and stationery supplies for 50 children, along with various toys and games and basic hygiene products.