Our firm
Euclase is an independent corporate finance advisory firm with extensive experience and track record in financial services and the resources sector to bridge the gap between financial and industry knowledge. Our accumulated knowledge of the resources sector is matched by our familiarity with the finance and commodity markets. This means we understand the technical aspects of each project we are involved with and what is needed to finance it. .
Independent
Euclase is an independent partner with the expertise, capabilities and contacts to make your business vision a reality.
Being able to offer a full suite of advice and financial services means we can take a holistic view of your business and its needs – facilitating the delivery of effective solutions that build long-term strategies for success.
Our accumulated knowledge of the resources sector is matched by our familiarity with the finance and commodity markets. This means we start with a comprehensive understanding of the technical aspects of your project as well as the financial tools available for exploration, feasibility and evaluation, development and construction, production, off-take, commodity trading, hedging, and associated corporate activity.
We work to cut through the technical, financial and commercial detail to make the most of growth opportunities – from operations through corporate strategy to the markets.
The background of the name
Euclase is a rare beryllium aluminum hydroxide silicate mineral that crystallizes in the monoclinic system. Euclase crystals are usually found in granitic pegmatites and low-temperature hydrothermal deposits. It is a product of the decomposition of beryl in pegmatites such as quartz, feldspar or mica.
Euclase is best known for its prismatic crystals with prominent striations and a beautiful blue color with a light tone. Specimens with excellent blue color and high clarity are often faceted into gems for mineral collectors.
Euclase was first reported from the Orenburg district of Russia’s Ural Mountains where it occurs with other gem materials and gold in stream gravels. The most important source of gem and specimen quality euclase today is from Ouro Preto, in the Minas Gerais area of Brazil. Other euclase occurrences include Australia, Austria, China, Columbia, Germany, Russia and Zimbabwe.
Our team
John Ciganek
Executive Director
John has more than 30 years in the resources sector across a range of roles including mining engineering, executive management, institutional banking, stockbroking and corporate finance.