CZN: Feather Cap option exercised
Original announcement by asx on
- Company
- Corazon Mining Limited
- Ticker
- CZN
- Exchange
- ASX
- Region
- Western Australia
- Primary commodity
- Gold
- Secondary commodities
- None reported
- Document categories
- Agreement transaction, Drill results, Resource update
- Extracted
- 2026-10-06 22:25:10 UTC
Analysis by Minestarters Atlas
Atlas analysis published:
Minestarters Atlas analysis
Summary
Corazon Mining has exercised its option to acquire an 80% interest in the Feather Cap Gold Project in Western Australia, following successful maiden RC drilling at the Wembley prospect. The drilling confirmed and extended shallow, high-grade gold mineralization, with intercepts including 4 m @ 10.60 g/t Au and 4 m @ 9.20 g/t Au. The acquisition includes upfront and deferred consideration, with the remaining 20% interest converting to a 3.5% net smelter royalty at FID, positioning Feather Cap as a key asset alongside the company's Chalice and Two Pools projects.
Reasoning: Corazon has successfully exercised its option to acquire a controlling interest in the Feather Cap Gold Project, driven by highly positive maiden drill results that confirm and extend shallow, high-grade gold mineralization. This strategic acquisition, coupled with a clear path to full ownership and existing resource-stage assets, significantly enhances the company's gold portfolio in Western Australia, despite the current lack of true width information for the new intercepts.
Positive factors
- Corazon has exercised its option to acquire an 80% interest in the Feather Cap Gold Project, securing a controlling, long-term interest.
- Maiden RC drilling at Wembley confirmed and extended shallow, high-grade gold mineralization, with standout intercepts including 4 m @ 10.60 g/t Au and 4 m @ 9.20 g/t Au.
- The best new intercept extends mineralization 60m east of historic drilling and remains open at depth, indicating potential for scale beyond the historic footprint.
- The agreement includes a clear pathway to 100% ownership with deferred consideration and a 3.5% net smelter royalty for the counterparty.
- The Feather Cap project complements Corazon's existing resource-stage Chalice Gold Project (191,000oz JORC MRE) and the Two Pools discovery opportunity, providing multiple value pathways.
Negative factors
- True widths for the drill intercepts are not yet known, which may overstate the actual thickness of mineralization.
Facts used in scoring: 14
Classification and evidence
Bonanza Interceptpositive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Why it applies: The intercept of 4 m @ 10.60 g/t Au from 66 m exceeds the exceptional threshold of 5 g/t Au for an open-pit inferred mining method.
Evidence · text
“4 m @ 10.60 g/t Au from 66 m (26FRC010)”
Bonanza Interceptpositive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Why it applies: The intercept of 4 m @ 9.20 g/t Au from 65 m exceeds the exceptional threshold of 5 g/t Au for an open-pit inferred mining method.
Evidence · text
“4 m @ 9.20 g/t Au from 65 m (26FRC004)”
Bonanza Interceptpositive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Why it applies: The intercept of 2 m @ 5.70 g/t Au from 64 m exceeds the exceptional threshold of 5 g/t Au for an open-pit inferred mining method.
Evidence · text
“2 m @ 5.70 g/t Au from 64 m (26FRC003)”
Step-Out Extensionpositive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Why it applies: The best intercept (26FRC010) sits approximately 60m east of historic drilling, extending the known mineralization.
Evidence · text
“The best intercept (26FRC010) sits approximately 60m east of historic drilling, and the mineralised structure remains open at depth, pointing to scale beyond the historic footprint.”
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: The document explicitly states that 'All intervals are downhole widths; true widths are not known yet.'
Evidence · text
“All intervals are downhole widths; true widths are not known yet.”
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The Competent Persons Statement confirms that Mr William Stewart, a Member of the AusIMM, has compiled and reviewed the exploration results in accordance with JORC Code 2012.
Evidence · text
“The information in this announcement that relates to Historic and Corazon’s Exploration Results, are based on, and fairly reflects, information compiled and reviewed by Mr William Stewart, full-time employee and shareholder of Corazon Mining Limited. Mr Stewart is a Member of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM Member No. 224335) and has sufficient experience relevant to the style of mineralisation, type of deposit under consideration, and the activities undertaken to qualify as a Competent Person as defined in the 2012 Edition of the Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves (JORC Code).”
Royalty Agreementneutral · Story-specific tag
No canonical definition is currently available.
Why it applies: The agreement specifies that RBH will receive a 3.5% net smelter return royalty on all minerals other than iron ore and manganese.
Evidence · text
“RBH receives a 3.5% net smelter return royalty on all minerals other than iron ore and manganese.”
Measured Resourcepositive
Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.
Why it applies: The Chalice Gold Project includes a 'Measured' category resource of 406 kt at 3.19 g/t Au for 42 koz Au.
Evidence · table
“Measured”
Context: 406
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: The Chalice Gold Project includes an 'Indicated' category resource of 1120 kt at 2.6 g/t Au for 94 koz Au.
Evidence · table
“Indicated”
Context: 1120
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: The Chalice Gold Project includes an 'Inferred' category resource of 655 kt at 2.64 g/t Au for 55 koz Au.
Evidence · table
“Inferred”
Context: 655
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: The Mineral Resources are classified and reported in accordance with the 2012 JORC Code.
Evidence · text
“Mineral Resources are classified and reported in accordance with the 2012 JORC Code as at 11 April 2026”
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: Mr William Stewart, a Member of the AusIMM, qualifies as a Competent Person as defined in the 2012 Edition of the JORC Code and is responsible for the exploration results and resource estimate.
Evidence · text
“Mr Stewart is a Member of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (AusIMM Member No. 224335) and has sufficient experience relevant to the style of mineralisation, type of deposit under consideration, and the activities undertaken to qualify as a Competent Person as defined in the 2012 Edition of the Australasian Code for Reporting of Exploration Results, Mineral Resources and Ore Reserves (JORC Code).”
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: The resource estimate for the Chalice Gold Project is reported at a 1.3 g/t Au cut-off.
Evidence · text
“1.3 g/t Au cut-off”
Extracted facts
Stored fact records: 10. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.
Drill Results (7)
26FRC010Feather Cap · goldGrade: 10.6Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 26FRC010
- Project
- Feather Cap
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_wa
- Reported Region
- australia_wa
- Ticker
- CZN
Geometry
- Grade
- 10.6
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 4 m
- From
- 66 m
- To
- 70 m
- Intercept Depth
- 66 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 26FRC010:66-70
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Wembley
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows exceptional high-grade gold at shallow depth, extending the known mineralization and indicating strong exploration potential, though true width is not yet confirmed.
Positive factors
- Exceptional gold grade (10.60 g/t Au) for an open-pit inferred mining method.
- Shallow intercept (from 66 m) is favorable for potential open-pit mining.
- Represents a step-out extension 60m east of historic drilling, indicating potential for growth.
Negative factors
- True width is not yet known, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · text
“4 m @ 10.60 g/t Au from 66 m (26FRC010)”
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
26FRC004Feather Cap · goldGrade: 9.2Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 26FRC004
- Project
- Feather Cap
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_wa
- Reported Region
- australia_wa
- Ticker
- CZN
Geometry
- Grade
- 9.2
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 4 m
- From
- 65 m
- To
- 69 m
- Intercept Depth
- 65 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 26FRC004:65-69
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Wembley
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept demonstrates exceptional high-grade gold at shallow depth, confirming the continuity of mineralization, though true width is not yet confirmed.
Positive factors
- Exceptional gold grade (9.20 g/t Au) for an open-pit inferred mining method.
- Shallow intercept (from 65 m) is favorable for potential open-pit mining.
Negative factors
- True width is not yet known, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · text
“4 m @ 9.20 g/t Au from 65 m (26FRC004)”
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
26FRC003Feather Cap · goldGrade: 5.7Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 26FRC003
- Project
- Feather Cap
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_wa
- Reported Region
- australia_wa
- Ticker
- CZN
Geometry
- Grade
- 5.7
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 2 m
- From
- 64 m
- To
- 66 m
- Intercept Depth
- 64 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 26FRC003:64-66
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Wembley
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows exceptional high-grade gold at shallow depth, contributing to the overall positive drill results, though true width is not yet confirmed.
Positive factors
- Exceptional gold grade (5.70 g/t Au) for an open-pit inferred mining method.
- Shallow intercept (from 64 m) is favorable for potential open-pit mining.
Negative factors
- True width is not yet known, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · text
“2 m @ 5.70 g/t Au from 64 m (26FRC003)”
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
26FRC003Feather Cap · goldGrade: 1.46Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 26FRC003
- Project
- Feather Cap
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_wa
- Reported Region
- australia_wa
- Ticker
- CZN
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.46
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 2 m
- From
- 79 m
- To
- 81 m
- Intercept Depth
- 64 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 26FRC003:79-81
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Wembley
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate gold grade, contributing to the overall mineralization profile of the hole, though true width is not yet confirmed.
Positive factors
- Moderate gold grade (1.46 g/t Au) for an open-pit inferred mining method.
Negative factors
- True width is not yet known, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · text
“2 m @ 1.46 g/t Au from 79 m”
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
26FRC002Feather Cap · goldGrade: 2.84Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- 26FRC002
- Project
- Feather Cap
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_wa
- Reported Region
- australia_wa
- Ticker
- CZN
Geometry
- Grade
- 2.84
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 4 m
- From
- 68 m
- To
- 72 m
- Intercept Depth
- 68 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- 26FRC002:68-72
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Wembley
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong gold grade at shallow depth, adding to the positive drill results from the program, though true width is not yet confirmed.
Positive factors
- Strong gold grade (2.84 g/t Au) for an open-pit inferred mining method.
- Shallow intercept (from 68 m) is favorable for potential open-pit mining.
Negative factors
- True width is not yet known, which may overstate the actual thickness.
Evidence · text
“4 m @ 2.84 g/t Au from 68 m (26FRC002)”
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
WLRD10Feather Cap · goldGrade: 6.21Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- WLRD10
- Project
- Feather Cap
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_wa
- Reported Region
- australia_wa
- Ticker
- CZN
Geometry
- Grade
- 6.21
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 7 m
- From
- 6 m
- To
- 13 m
- Intercept Depth
- 6 m
Classification
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- WLRD10:6-13
Location
- Location
- Wembley
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- Yes
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This historical intercept indicates high-grade gold mineralization at shallow depth, providing context for the current drilling program, but is not new information.
Positive factors
- High historical gold grade (6.21 g/t Au) at very shallow depth (from 6m).
Negative factors
- This is historical data, not new information from the current drilling program.
Evidence · text
“7m @ 6.21 g/t Au from 6m (WLRD10)”
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Stale Data Re-releasenegative
Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.
Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release
JR60Feather Cap · goldGrade: 3.01Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 20 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- JR60
- Project
- Feather Cap
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_wa
- Reported Region
- australia_wa
- Ticker
- CZN
Geometry
- Grade
- 3.01
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 20 m
- From
- 40 m
- To
- 60 m
- Intercept Depth
- 40 m
Classification
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- JR60:40-60
Location
- Location
- Jigsaw/Durack East
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- Yes
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This historical intercept shows strong gold mineralization over a good width, providing context for the project's potential, but is not new information.
Positive factors
- Strong historical gold grade (3.01 g/t Au) over a significant width (20m).
Negative factors
- This is historical data, not new information from the current drilling program.
Evidence · text
“20m @ 3.01 g/t Au from 40m (JR60)”
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Stale Data Re-releasenegative
Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.
Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release
Resource Estimates (3)
measuredChalice Gold Project · goldTonnes: 406000Grade: 3.19Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 42Contained Unit: koz auView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Chalice Gold Project
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_wa
- Reported Region
- Western Australia
- Ticker
- CZN
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Mr William Stewart
- Resource group id
- resource:3cf9ec90bc69266f9613
Resource Data
- Category
- measured
- Tonnes
- 406000
- Grade
- 3.19
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 42
- Contained Unit
- koz au
- Cutoff Grade
- 1.3
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-04-11
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The Chalice Gold Project includes a Measured Resource component, indicating high confidence in this portion of the estimate, though it is not new information.
Positive factors
- Highest confidence category (Measured) for a portion of the resource.
- Good grade (3.19 g/t Au) for a gold resource.
Negative factors
- This is a previously reported resource estimate, not new information.
Evidence · table
“406”
Context: 3.19
Tags used in scoring
Measured Resourcepositive
Highest confidence category — tonnage, grade, shape well-established from closely-spaced drilling. Basis for Proven Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "measured"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
indicatedChalice Gold Project · goldTonnes: 1120000Grade: 2.6Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 94Contained Unit: koz auView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Chalice Gold Project
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_wa
- Reported Region
- Western Australia
- Ticker
- CZN
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Mr William Stewart
- Resource group id
- resource:7cd904c56c27c738ddb0
Resource Data
- Category
- indicated
- Tonnes
- 1120000
- Grade
- 2.6
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 94
- Contained Unit
- koz au
- Cutoff Grade
- 1.3
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-04-11
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The Chalice Gold Project includes a substantial Indicated Resource, providing good confidence for future studies, though it is not new information.
Positive factors
- Indicated category provides reasonable geological confidence for a significant portion of the resource.
- Good grade (2.6 g/t Au) for a gold resource.
Negative factors
- This is a previously reported resource estimate, not new information.
Evidence · table
“1120”
Context: 2.6
Tags used in scoring
Indicated Resourcepositive
Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.
Why it applies: category is "indicated"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
inferredChalice Gold Project · goldTonnes: 655000Grade: 2.64Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 55Contained Unit: koz auView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- Chalice Gold Project
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- australia_wa
- Reported Region
- Western Australia
- Ticker
- CZN
Resource scope
- Estimate type
- resource
- Reporting standards
- jorc
- QP Signed
- Yes
- Qualified person names
- Mr William Stewart
- Resource group id
- resource:918712e0c0dbc5274a09
Resource Data
- Category
- inferred
- Tonnes
- 655000
- Grade
- 2.64
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Contained Metal
- 55
- Contained Unit
- koz au
- Cutoff Grade
- 1.3
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t Au
Prior Estimate
- Resource Date
- 2026-04-11
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The Chalice Gold Project includes an Inferred Resource, which contributes to the overall resource base but has lower confidence and is not new information.
Positive factors
- Inferred category adds to the overall resource base, indicating further exploration potential.
- Good grade (2.64 g/t Au) for a gold resource.
Negative factors
- This is a previously reported resource estimate, not new information.
- Inferred resources have lower geological confidence and cannot support economic studies alone.
Evidence · table
“655”
Context: 2.64
Tags used in scoring
Inferred Resourcenegative
Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.
Why it applies: category is "inferred"
Cut-off Disclosedpositive
Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated
QP/CP Signedpositive
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: qp_signed is true
JORC Compliantpositive
Resource estimate prepared in compliance with JORC Code (Australia) — high reporting standard.
Why it applies: reporting_standards includes jorc
How Atlas produces this analysis
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