SGA Gold Medal 

The SGA Gold Medal recognises the career achievements of the awardee involving unusually original work in the mineral deposit sector, which shall be broadly interpreted to encompass major contributions to (1) the science through research and (2) the development of mineral resources through mine geology, exploration and discovery. The award consists of a citation, a one ounce-weighing 999.99 fine gold medal, and reasonable travel and accommodation costs for attendance of the SGA Biennial Meeting. 

The SGA Gold Medal is based upon career accomplishments. It must be stressed that published scientific research is only one measure; other measures include leadership, both in research and industry; success in exploration or mining geology; and service to SGA and similar organisations. The award covers all aspects of research applied to mineral deposits, from field geology and mineral exploration, through development of analytical techniques, ore system models and metallogeny, and to the management of research and exploration projects and institutions. Eligibility is not restricted by the candidate’s nationality, place of employment, or membership in the Society. Nomination forms can be downloaded below. Nominations must include the name and address of the candidate as well as a summary of the candidate's education, significant accomplishments and publications, and the name and address of the nominator.

The SGA Gold Medal is a piece of art, designed by a leading sculptor of post-war Germany, Prof. emer. Bernd Göbel. He was chair of sculpture at the University of Arts and Design Burg Giebichenstein, Halle, where he also served as vice-chancellor. He is a member of the Fédération Internationale de la Médaille d’Art, the Deutsche Gesellschaft für Medaillenkunst, and an honorary member of the American Numismatic Society. Famous sculptures of his can be found in the public space in several towns in eastern Germany.