Ore-forming processes in the Wang’ershan gold deposit (Jiaodong, China): Insight from microtexture, mineral chemistry and sulfur isotope compositions

The microtexture, trace element characteristics and sulfur isotopic features of ore-related minerals provide important clues to trace physico-chemical conditions and source characteristics of ore formation. In this study, we investigate the Wang’ershan gold deposit in the Jiaodong gold province of eastern North China Craton where three hydrothermal stages were distinguished. Stage I is characterized by K-feldspar, sericite, quartz with minor...