Defiance Silver San Acacio Drilling Returns High Grade Silver; Additional Holes Pending from Lucita Drilling

Original announcement by orestocks on

Company
Defiance Silver Corp.
Ticker
DEF.V
Exchange
Unavailable
Region
Zacatecas, Mexico
Primary commodity
Silver
Secondary commodities
Gold, Lead, Zinc, Copper
Document categories
Drill results
Extracted
2026-09-09 05:47:48 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

Defiance Silver announced high-grade silver drill results from its San Acacio project in the Zacatecas Silver District, Mexico, with intercepts including 990 g/t Ag over 0.31m and 735 g/t Ag over 0.34m. The drilling campaign successfully extended known mineralization and validated the geological model for an upcoming Mineral Resource Estimate. Several polymetallic intercepts also returned significant gold, lead, and zinc grades, highlighting the project's potential.

Reasoning: The drill results from the San Acacio project show multiple high-grade silver intercepts, some with significant gold, lead, and zinc, confirming the extension of mineralization and validating the geological model for an upcoming MRE. The bonanza silver grades and wide polymetallic zones are highly positive, although the lack of explicit true width for each intercept introduces a minor uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • High-grade silver intercepts, including bonanza grades up to 990 g/t Ag, confirm significant mineralization.
  • Polymetallic intercepts with notable gold, lead, and zinc grades enhance the overall value proposition.
  • Drilling successfully confirmed the extension of known mineralized structures and validated the geological model for an upcoming Mineral Resource Estimate.
  • The wide intercept of 24.00m in DDSA-26-91A, despite lower silver grade, indicates significant bulk tonnage potential with polymetallic credits.

Negative factors

  • True width is only assumed to be 50-80% of downhole width, not explicitly stated for each intercept, which introduces uncertainty.
  • One interval in DDSA-26-91A reported 'no vein material recovered', indicating some waste within a larger reported interval.

Facts used in scoring: 81

Atlas analysis — Defiance Silver Corp.: Defiance Silver San Acacio Drilling Returns High Grade Silver; Additional Holes Pending from Lucita Drilling. 118.94 g/t over 2.75 m; 147.15 g/t over 1.01 m; 148.97 g/t over 1.79 m

Classification and evidence

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: The release explicitly states that one blank, one standard, and one duplicate were included within every 20 samples, and that standard materials are certified reference materials, with no issues detected.

Evidence · text

“One blank, one standard, and one duplicate were included within every 20 samples. Standard materials are certified reference materials [CRMs] from OREAS and CDN that contain a range of Ag, Au, Cu, Pb, and Zn values. Blanks, standards, and duplicates did not detect any issues with the analytical results.”

QP/CP Signedpositive · Story-specific tag

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. George Cavey, P. Geo, is stated as a Qualified Person within the meaning of NI 43-101 and approved the technical information.

Evidence · text

“Mr. George Cavey, P. Geo, is a Qualified Person within the meaning of National Instrument 43-101 and has approved the technical information concerning the Company's material mineral properties contained in this press release.”

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 states 'True thickness is assumed to be 50% - 80% of downhole width' but does not provide specific true width measurements for the reported intercepts.

Evidence · text

“True thickness is assumed to be 50% - 80% of downhole width.”

Bonanza Interceptpositive

Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.

Why it applies: Intercepts like 990.00 g/t Ag over 0.31m and 735.00 g/t Ag over 0.34m are exceptionally high-grade for an epithermal silver deposit.

Evidence · text

“DDSA-26-91A assayed 0.31m of 990.00 g/t Ag and 0.28 g/t Au”

Step-Out Extensionpositive

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Why it applies: The drilling campaign was designed to 'confirm the extension of the known mineralized structures both laterally and vertically'.

Evidence · text

“The campaign was designed to confirm the extension of the known mineralized structures both laterally and vertically”

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: The campaign was designed to 'validate the current geological model that will be used for the upcoming Mineral Resource Estimate' and is referred to as a 'resource drilling program'.

Evidence · text

“The campaign was designed to confirm the extension of the known mineralized structures both laterally and vertically as well as to validate the current geological model that will be used for the upcoming Mineral Resource Estimate.”

Mill Routeneutral

Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).

Why it applies: the document describes a mill_cil route ("CIL")

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 81. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Drill Results (81)

DDSA-26-89Zacatecas · silverGrade: 118.94Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.75 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-89
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
118.94
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2.75 m
From
42.25 m
To
45 m
Hole Depth
94 m
Intercept Depth
42.25 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-89:42.25-45
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
751661
Northing
2526411
CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N
Elevation
2568 m
Azimuth
40 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept provides a moderate silver grade over a reasonable width, confirming continuity in a previously gapped area, which is positive for resource modeling.

Positive factors

  • The silver grade of 118.94 g/t is moderate for an epithermal deposit.
  • The intercept confirms continuity in a gap between historical open pit mines.

Negative factors

  • True width is not explicitly stated, introducing uncertainty.

Evidence · table

“118.94”

Context: 2.75

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-89Zacatecas · silverGrade: 147.15Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.01 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-89
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
147.15
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.01 m
From
61.11 m
To
62.12 m
Hole Depth
94 m
Intercept Depth
42.25 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-89:61.11-62.12
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
751661
Northing
2526411
CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N
Elevation
2568 m
Azimuth
40 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept provides a moderate silver grade, further confirming continuity in a previously gapped area, which is positive for resource modeling.

Positive factors

  • The silver grade of 147.15 g/t is moderate for an epithermal deposit.
  • The intercept confirms continuity in a gap between historical open pit mines.

Negative factors

  • True width is not explicitly stated, introducing uncertainty.

Evidence · table

“147.15”

Context: 1.01

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-90Zacatecas · silverGrade: 148.97Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.79 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-90
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
148.97
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.79 m
From
353.58 m
To
355.37 m
Hole Depth
491 m
Intercept Depth
353.58 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-90:353.58-355.37
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
751804
Northing
2525899
CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N
Elevation
2639 m
Azimuth
25 °
Dip
-54 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows moderate silver grades with polymetallic credits, contributing to the understanding of the Veta Grande system, despite silver being lower than anticipated.

Positive factors

  • The silver grade of 148.97 g/t is moderate for an epithermal deposit.
  • The intercept includes gold, lead, and zinc, indicating polymetallic mineralization.

Negative factors

  • True width is not explicitly stated, introducing uncertainty.
  • The silver grade was 'less than expected' according to the discussion.

Evidence · table

“148.97”

Context: 1.79

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-90Zacatecas · silverGrade: 735Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.34 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-90
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
735
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
0.34 m
From
353.58 m
To
353.92 m
Hole Depth
491 m
Intercept Depth
353.58 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-90:353.58-353.92
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
751804
Northing
2525899
CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N
Elevation
2639 m
Azimuth
25 °
Dip
-54 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This bonanza-grade silver intercept, despite its narrow width, is highly material and indicates the presence of very high-grade zones within the system.

Positive factors

  • The silver grade of 735.00 g/t is exceptional for an epithermal deposit, indicating a bonanza intercept.
  • The intercept includes significant gold and zinc grades, enhancing its value.

Negative factors

  • The intercept length is narrow (0.34m).
  • True width is not explicitly stated, introducing uncertainty.

Evidence · table

“735.00”

Context: 0.34

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-90Zacatecas · silverGrade: 79.77Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.81 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-90
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
79.77
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
0.81 m
From
386.29 m
To
387.1 m
Hole Depth
491 m
Intercept Depth
353.58 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-90:386.29-387.1
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
751804
Northing
2525899
CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N
Elevation
2639 m
Azimuth
25 °
Dip
-54 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This narrow intercept shows weak silver grades but notable polymetallic credits, contributing to the overall understanding of the mineralization.

Positive factors

  • The intercept includes significant gold, lead, and zinc grades, indicating polymetallic mineralization.

Negative factors

  • The silver grade of 79.77 g/t is weak for an epithermal deposit.
  • The intercept length is narrow (0.81m).
  • True width is not explicitly stated, introducing uncertainty.

Evidence · table

“79.77”

Context: 0.81

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · silverGrade: 103Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.99 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
103
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
0.99 m
From
225.34 m
To
226.33 m
Hole Depth
402 m
Intercept Depth
225.34 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:225.34-226.33
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
751223
Northing
2526348
CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N
Elevation
2621 m
Azimuth
6 °
Dip
-40 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This narrow intercept shows moderate silver grades, contributing to the understanding of the mineralization in the northwestern block.

Positive factors

  • The silver grade of 103.00 g/t is moderate for an epithermal deposit.

Negative factors

  • The intercept length is narrow (0.99m).
  • True width is not explicitly stated, introducing uncertainty.

Evidence · table

“103.00”

Context: 0.99

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · silverGrade: 221Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
221
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.4 m
From
306.2 m
To
307.6 m
Hole Depth
402 m
Intercept Depth
225.34 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:306.2-307.6
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
751223
Northing
2526348
CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N
Elevation
2621 m
Azimuth
6 °
Dip
-40 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows strong silver grades with gold credits, indicating significant mineralization in the northwestern block.

Positive factors

  • The silver grade of 221.00 g/t is strong for an epithermal deposit.
  • The intercept includes gold, indicating polymetallic mineralization.

Negative factors

  • True width is not explicitly stated, introducing uncertainty.

Evidence · table

“221.00”

Context: 1.40

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · silverGrade: 990Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.31 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
990
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
0.31 m
From
307.29 m
To
307.6 m
Hole Depth
402 m
Intercept Depth
225.34 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:307.29-307.6
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
751223
Northing
2526348
CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N
Elevation
2621 m
Azimuth
6 °
Dip
-40 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This bonanza-grade silver intercept, despite its narrow width, is highly material and indicates the presence of very high-grade zones within the system.

Positive factors

  • The silver grade of 990.00 g/t is exceptional for an epithermal deposit, indicating a bonanza intercept.
  • The intercept includes gold, lead, and zinc, enhancing its value.

Negative factors

  • The intercept length is very narrow (0.31m).
  • True width is not explicitly stated, introducing uncertainty.

Evidence · table

“990.00”

Context: 0.31

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · silverGrade: 9.43Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 24 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
9.43
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
24 m
From
347.94 m
To
371.94 m
Hole Depth
402 m
Intercept Depth
225.34 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:347.94-371.94
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
751223
Northing
2526348
CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N
Elevation
2621 m
Azimuth
6 °
Dip
-40 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This wide polymetallic intercept, despite its low silver grade, is material due to its significant width and the presence of other valuable metals, suggesting bulk tonnage potential.

Positive factors

  • The intercept length of 24.00m is strong, indicating significant width.
  • The intercept includes notable gold, lead, and zinc grades, indicating polymetallic mineralization and potential for bulk tonnage.

Negative factors

  • The silver grade of 9.43 g/t is weak for an epithermal deposit.
  • True width is not explicitly stated, introducing uncertainty.

Evidence · table

“9.43”

Context: 24.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · silverGrade: 11.45Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.51 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
11.45
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2.51 m
From
353.15 m
To
355.66 m
Hole Depth
402 m
Intercept Depth
225.34 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:353.15-355.66
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
751223
Northing
2526348
CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N
Elevation
2621 m
Azimuth
6 °
Dip
-40 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows weak silver grades but contributes to the overall polymetallic nature of the wider intercept.

Positive factors

  • The intercept includes gold, lead, and zinc grades, indicating polymetallic mineralization.

Negative factors

  • The silver grade of 11.45 g/t is weak for an epithermal deposit.
  • True width is not explicitly stated, introducing uncertainty.

Evidence · table

“11.45”

Context: 2.51

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · silverGrade: 11.68Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.54 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
11.68
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.54 m
From
360.05 m
To
361.59 m
Hole Depth
402 m
Intercept Depth
225.34 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:360.05-361.59
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
751223
Northing
2526348
CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N
Elevation
2621 m
Azimuth
6 °
Dip
-40 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows weak silver grades but contributes to the overall polymetallic nature of the wider intercept.

Positive factors

  • The intercept includes gold, lead, and zinc grades, indicating polymetallic mineralization.

Negative factors

  • The silver grade of 11.68 g/t is weak for an epithermal deposit.
  • True width is not explicitly stated, introducing uncertainty.

Evidence · table

“11.68”

Context: 1.54

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · silverGrade: 38.97Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3.63 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
38.97
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
3.63 m
From
368.31 m
To
371.94 m
Hole Depth
402 m
Intercept Depth
225.34 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:368.31-371.94
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
751223
Northing
2526348
CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N
Elevation
2621 m
Azimuth
6 °
Dip
-40 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows weak silver grades but strong polymetallic credits, indicating a valuable zone within the wider intercept.

Positive factors

  • The silver grade of 38.97 g/t is weak but contributes to the overall polymetallic nature.
  • The intercept includes significant gold, lead, and zinc grades, enhancing its value.

Negative factors

  • True width is not explicitly stated, introducing uncertainty.

Evidence · table

“38.97”

Context: 3.63

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · silverGrade: 41.74Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.49 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
41.74
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.49 m
From
368.9 m
To
370.39 m
Hole Depth
402 m
Intercept Depth
225.34 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:368.9-370.39
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
751223
Northing
2526348
CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N
Elevation
2621 m
Azimuth
6 °
Dip
-40 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval is highly material due to its strong polymetallic grades, particularly gold, lead, and exceptional zinc, despite the weak silver grade.

Positive factors

  • The intercept includes strong gold (1.38 g/t), lead (2.36%), and exceptional zinc (9.91%) grades, making it highly polymetallic and material.
  • The silver grade of 41.74 g/t is weak but contributes to the overall value.

Negative factors

  • True width is not explicitly stated, introducing uncertainty.

Evidence · table

“41.74”

Context: 1.49

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-92Zacatecas · silverGrade: 80.43Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.29 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-92
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
80.43
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.29 m
From
291.04 m
To
292.33 m
Hole Depth
471 m
Intercept Depth
291.04 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-92:291.04-292.33
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
751224
Northing
2526346
CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N
Elevation
2621 m
Azimuth
10 °
Dip
-66 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows weak silver grades but notable polymetallic credits, contributing to the understanding of the wide zone containing gold and base metals.

Positive factors

  • The intercept includes gold, lead, and zinc grades, indicating polymetallic mineralization.

Negative factors

  • The silver grade of 80.43 g/t is weak for an epithermal deposit.
  • True width is not explicitly stated, introducing uncertainty.

Evidence · table

“80.43”

Context: 1.29

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-92Zacatecas · silverGrade: 17.7Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.31 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-92
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
17.7
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.31 m
From
405.77 m
To
407.08 m
Hole Depth
471 m
Intercept Depth
291.04 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-92:405.77-407.08
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
751224
Northing
2526346
CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N
Elevation
2621 m
Azimuth
10 °
Dip
-66 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows weak silver grades but contributes to the overall polymetallic nature of the wide zone containing gold and base metals.

Positive factors

  • The intercept includes gold and zinc grades, indicating polymetallic mineralization.

Negative factors

  • The silver grade of 17.70 g/t is weak for an epithermal deposit.
  • True width is not explicitly stated, introducing uncertainty.

Evidence · table

“17.70”

Context: 1.31

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-92Zacatecas · silverGrade: 16.8Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-92
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
16.8
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2.7 m
From
436.55 m
To
439.25 m
Hole Depth
471 m
Intercept Depth
291.04 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-92:436.55-439.25
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
751224
Northing
2526346
CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N
Elevation
2621 m
Azimuth
10 °
Dip
-66 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows weak silver grades but contributes to the overall polymetallic nature of the wide zone containing gold and base metals.

Positive factors

  • The intercept includes gold, lead, and zinc grades, indicating polymetallic mineralization.

Negative factors

  • The silver grade of 16.80 g/t is weak for an epithermal deposit.
  • True width is not explicitly stated, introducing uncertainty.

Evidence · table

“16.80”

Context: 2.70

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-89Zacatecas · goldGrade: 0.02Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 2.75 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-89
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.02
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
2.75 m
From
42.25 m
To
45 m
Intercept Depth
42.25 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-89:42.25-45
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 0.02 ppm gold, reported in a unit the rubric does not cover (g/t).

Negative factors

  • Grade unit ppm does not match the gold rubric unit g/t; not scored.

Evidence · table

“0.02”

Context: DDSA-26-89

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-89Zacatecas · copperGrade: 0.03Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.75 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-89
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
copper
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.03
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
2.75 m
From
42.25 m
To
45 m
Intercept Depth
42.25 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-89:42.25-45
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.03 % copper is below against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 0.1 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.03 % copper is below the weak threshold (0.25 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.03”

Context: DDSA-26-89

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-89Zacatecas · leadGrade: 0.02Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.75 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-89
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.02
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
2.75 m
From
42.25 m
To
45 m
Intercept Depth
42.25 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-89:42.25-45
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.02 % lead is below against the default band [10, 6, 3, 1] %. Grade×width 0.1 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.02 % lead is below the weak threshold (1 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.02”

Context: DDSA-26-89

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-89Zacatecas · zincGrade: 0.03Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.75 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-89
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.03
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
2.75 m
From
42.25 m
To
45 m
Intercept Depth
42.25 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-89:42.25-45
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.03 % zinc is below against the default band [18, 10, 5, 2] %. Grade×width 0.1 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.03 % zinc is below the weak threshold (2 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.03”

Context: DDSA-26-89

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

andZacatecas · silverGrade: 147.15Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 1.01 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
and
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
147.15
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
1.01 m
From
61.11 m
To
62.12 m
Intercept Depth
61.11 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
and:61.11-62.12
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 147.15 ppm silver, reported in a unit the rubric does not cover (g/t).

Negative factors

  • Grade unit ppm does not match the silver rubric unit g/t; not scored.

Evidence · table

“147.15”

Context: and

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

andZacatecas · goldGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 1.01 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
and
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
1.01 m
From
61.11 m
To
62.12 m
Intercept Depth
61.11 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
and:61.11-62.12
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 0.01 ppm gold, reported in a unit the rubric does not cover (g/t).

Negative factors

  • Grade unit ppm does not match the gold rubric unit g/t; not scored.

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: and

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

andZacatecas · copperGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.01 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
and
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
copper
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.01 m
From
61.11 m
To
62.12 m
Intercept Depth
61.11 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
and:61.11-62.12
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.01 % copper is below against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.01 % copper is below the weak threshold (0.25 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: and

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

andZacatecas · leadGrade: 0.05Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.01 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
and
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.05
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.01 m
From
61.11 m
To
62.12 m
Intercept Depth
61.11 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
and:61.11-62.12
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.05 % lead is below against the default band [10, 6, 3, 1] %. Grade×width 0.1 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.05 % lead is below the weak threshold (1 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.05”

Context: and

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

andZacatecas · zincGrade: 0.17Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.01 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
and
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.17
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.01 m
From
61.11 m
To
62.12 m
Intercept Depth
61.11 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
and:61.11-62.12
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.17 % zinc is below against the default band [18, 10, 5, 2] %. Grade×width 0.2 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.17 % zinc is below the weak threshold (2 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.17”

Context: and

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-90Zacatecas · goldGrade: 0.12Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 1.79 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-90
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.12
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
1.79 m
From
353.58 m
To
355.37 m
Intercept Depth
353.58 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-90:353.58-355.37
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 0.12 ppm gold, reported in a unit the rubric does not cover (g/t).

Negative factors

  • Grade unit ppm does not match the gold rubric unit g/t; not scored.

Evidence · table

“0.12”

Context: DDSA-26-90

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-90Zacatecas · copperGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.79 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-90
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
copper
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.79 m
From
353.58 m
To
355.37 m
Intercept Depth
353.58 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-90:353.58-355.37
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.01 % copper is below against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.01 % copper is below the weak threshold (0.25 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: DDSA-26-90

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-90Zacatecas · leadGrade: 0.1Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.79 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-90
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.1
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.79 m
From
353.58 m
To
355.37 m
Intercept Depth
353.58 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-90:353.58-355.37
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.1 % lead is below against the default band [10, 6, 3, 1] %. Grade×width 0.2 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.1 % lead is below the weak threshold (1 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.10”

Context: DDSA-26-90

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-90Zacatecas · zincGrade: 0.45Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.79 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-90
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.45
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.79 m
From
353.58 m
To
355.37 m
Intercept Depth
353.58 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-90:353.58-355.37
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.45 % zinc is below against the default band [18, 10, 5, 2] %. Grade×width 0.8 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.45 % zinc is below the weak threshold (2 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.45”

Context: DDSA-26-90

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-90Zacatecas · goldGrade: 0.39Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 0.81 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-90
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.39
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
0.81 m
From
386.29 m
To
387.1 m
Intercept Depth
386.29 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-90:386.29-387.1
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 0.39 ppm gold, reported in a unit the rubric does not cover (g/t).

Negative factors

  • Grade unit ppm does not match the gold rubric unit g/t; not scored.

Evidence · table

“0.39”

Context: DDSA-26-90

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-90Zacatecas · copperGrade: 0.21Grade Unit: %Intercept: 0.81 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-90
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
copper
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.21
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
0.81 m
From
386.29 m
To
387.1 m
Intercept Depth
386.29 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-90:386.29-387.1
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.21 % copper is below against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 0.2 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.21 % copper is below the weak threshold (0.25 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.21”

Context: DDSA-26-90

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-90Zacatecas · leadGrade: 2.72Grade Unit: %Intercept: 0.81 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-90
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
2.72
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
0.81 m
From
386.29 m
To
387.1 m
Intercept Depth
386.29 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-90:386.29-387.1
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 2.72 % lead is weak against the default band [10, 6, 3, 1] %. Grade×width 2.2 %·m is below (grade alone is weak; the better of the two is used).

Negative factors

  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“2.72”

Context: DDSA-26-90

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-90Zacatecas · zincGrade: 1.49Grade Unit: %Intercept: 0.81 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-90
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
1.49
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
0.81 m
From
386.29 m
To
387.1 m
Intercept Depth
386.29 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-90:386.29-387.1
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.49 % zinc is below against the default band [18, 10, 5, 2] %. Grade×width 1.2 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 1.49 % zinc is below the weak threshold (2 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“1.49”

Context: DDSA-26-90

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · goldGrade: 0.14Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 0.99 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.14
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
0.99 m
From
225.34 m
To
226.33 m
Intercept Depth
225.34 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:225.34-226.33
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 0.14 ppm gold, reported in a unit the rubric does not cover (g/t).

Negative factors

  • Grade unit ppm does not match the gold rubric unit g/t; not scored.

Evidence · table

“0.14”

Context: DDSA-26-91A

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · copperGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: %Intercept: 0.99 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
copper
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
0.99 m
From
225.34 m
To
226.33 m
Intercept Depth
225.34 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:225.34-226.33
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.01 % copper is below against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.01 % copper is below the weak threshold (0.25 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: DDSA-26-91A

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · leadGrade: 0.03Grade Unit: %Intercept: 0.99 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.03
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
0.99 m
From
225.34 m
To
226.33 m
Intercept Depth
225.34 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:225.34-226.33
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.03 % lead is below against the default band [10, 6, 3, 1] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.03 % lead is below the weak threshold (1 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.03”

Context: DDSA-26-91A

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · zincGrade: 0.13Grade Unit: %Intercept: 0.99 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.13
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
0.99 m
From
225.34 m
To
226.33 m
Intercept Depth
225.34 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:225.34-226.33
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.13 % zinc is below against the default band [18, 10, 5, 2] %. Grade×width 0.1 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.13 % zinc is below the weak threshold (2 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.13”

Context: DDSA-26-91A

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · goldGrade: 0.08Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 1.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.08
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
1.4 m
From
306.2 m
To
307.6 m
Intercept Depth
306.2 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:306.2-307.6
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 0.08 ppm gold, reported in a unit the rubric does not cover (g/t).

Negative factors

  • Grade unit ppm does not match the gold rubric unit g/t; not scored.

Evidence · table

“0.08”

Context: DDSA-26-91A

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · copperGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
copper
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.4 m
From
306.2 m
To
307.6 m
Intercept Depth
306.2 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:306.2-307.6
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.01 % copper is below against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.01 % copper is below the weak threshold (0.25 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: DDSA-26-91A

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · leadGrade: 0.05Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.05
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.4 m
From
306.2 m
To
307.6 m
Intercept Depth
306.2 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:306.2-307.6
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.05 % lead is below against the default band [10, 6, 3, 1] %. Grade×width 0.1 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.05 % lead is below the weak threshold (1 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.05”

Context: DDSA-26-91A

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · zincGrade: 0.15Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.15
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.4 m
From
306.2 m
To
307.6 m
Intercept Depth
306.2 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:306.2-307.6
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.15 % zinc is below against the default band [18, 10, 5, 2] %. Grade×width 0.2 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.15 % zinc is below the weak threshold (2 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.15”

Context: DDSA-26-91A

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · goldGrade: 0.28Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 0.31 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.28
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
0.31 m
From
307.29 m
To
307.6 m
Intercept Depth
307.29 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:307.29-307.6
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 0.28 ppm gold, reported in a unit the rubric does not cover (g/t).

Negative factors

  • Grade unit ppm does not match the gold rubric unit g/t; not scored.

Evidence · table

“0.28”

Context: Including

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · copperGrade: 0.01Grade Unit: %Intercept: 0.31 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
copper
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.01
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
0.31 m
From
307.29 m
To
307.6 m
Intercept Depth
307.29 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:307.29-307.6
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.01 % copper is below against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.01 % copper is below the weak threshold (0.25 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.01”

Context: Including

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · leadGrade: 0.23Grade Unit: %Intercept: 0.31 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.23
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
0.31 m
From
307.29 m
To
307.6 m
Intercept Depth
307.29 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:307.29-307.6
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.23 % lead is below against the default band [10, 6, 3, 1] %. Grade×width 0.1 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.23 % lead is below the weak threshold (1 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.23”

Context: Including

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · zincGrade: 0.62Grade Unit: %Intercept: 0.31 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.62
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
0.31 m
From
307.29 m
To
307.6 m
Intercept Depth
307.29 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:307.29-307.6
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.62 % zinc is below against the default band [18, 10, 5, 2] %. Grade×width 0.2 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.62 % zinc is below the weak threshold (2 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.62”

Context: Including

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · goldGrade: 0.27Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 24 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.27
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
24 m
From
347.94 m
To
371.94 m
Intercept Depth
347.94 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:347.94-371.94
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 0.27 ppm gold, reported in a unit the rubric does not cover (g/t).

Negative factors

  • Grade unit ppm does not match the gold rubric unit g/t; not scored.

Evidence · table

“0.27”

Context: DDSA-26-91A

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · copperGrade: 0.02Grade Unit: %Intercept: 24 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
copper
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.02
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
24 m
From
347.94 m
To
371.94 m
Intercept Depth
347.94 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:347.94-371.94
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.02 % copper is below against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 0.5 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.02 % copper is below the weak threshold (0.25 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.02”

Context: DDSA-26-91A

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · leadGrade: 0.26Grade Unit: %Intercept: 24 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.26
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
24 m
From
347.94 m
To
371.94 m
Intercept Depth
347.94 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:347.94-371.94
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.26 % lead is below against the default band [10, 6, 3, 1] %. Grade×width 6.2 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.26 % lead is below the weak threshold (1 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.26”

Context: DDSA-26-91A

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · zincGrade: 1.03Grade Unit: %Intercept: 24 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
1.03
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
24 m
From
347.94 m
To
371.94 m
Intercept Depth
347.94 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:347.94-371.94
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.03 % zinc is weak against the default band [18, 10, 5, 2] %. Grade×width 24.7 %·m is weak (grade alone is below; the better of the two is used).

Negative factors

  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“1.03”

Context: DDSA-26-91A

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · goldGrade: 0.46Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 2.51 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.46
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
2.51 m
From
353.15 m
To
355.66 m
Intercept Depth
353.15 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:353.15-355.66
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 0.46 ppm gold, reported in a unit the rubric does not cover (g/t).

Negative factors

  • Grade unit ppm does not match the gold rubric unit g/t; not scored.

Evidence · table

“0.46”

Context: Including

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · copperGrade: 0.03Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.51 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
copper
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.03
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
2.51 m
From
353.15 m
To
355.66 m
Intercept Depth
353.15 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:353.15-355.66
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.03 % copper is below against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 0.1 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.03 % copper is below the weak threshold (0.25 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.03”

Context: Including

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · leadGrade: 0.32Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.51 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.32
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
2.51 m
From
353.15 m
To
355.66 m
Intercept Depth
353.15 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:353.15-355.66
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.32 % lead is below against the default band [10, 6, 3, 1] %. Grade×width 0.8 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.32 % lead is below the weak threshold (1 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.32”

Context: Including

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · zincGrade: 1.29Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.51 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
1.29
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
2.51 m
From
353.15 m
To
355.66 m
Intercept Depth
353.15 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:353.15-355.66
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.29 % zinc is below against the default band [18, 10, 5, 2] %. Grade×width 3.2 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 1.29 % zinc is below the weak threshold (2 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“1.29”

Context: Including

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · goldGrade: 0.68Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 1.54 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.68
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
1.54 m
From
360.05 m
To
361.59 m
Intercept Depth
360.05 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:360.05-361.59
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 0.68 ppm gold, reported in a unit the rubric does not cover (g/t).

Negative factors

  • Grade unit ppm does not match the gold rubric unit g/t; not scored.

Evidence · table

“0.68”

Context: Including

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · copperGrade: 0.02Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.54 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
copper
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.02
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.54 m
From
360.05 m
To
361.59 m
Intercept Depth
360.05 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:360.05-361.59
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.02 % copper is below against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.02 % copper is below the weak threshold (0.25 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.02”

Context: Including

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · leadGrade: 0.24Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.54 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.24
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.54 m
From
360.05 m
To
361.59 m
Intercept Depth
360.05 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:360.05-361.59
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.24 % lead is below against the default band [10, 6, 3, 1] %. Grade×width 0.4 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.24 % lead is below the weak threshold (1 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.24”

Context: Including

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · zincGrade: 1.8Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.54 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
1.8
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.54 m
From
360.05 m
To
361.59 m
Intercept Depth
360.05 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:360.05-361.59
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.8 % zinc is below against the default band [18, 10, 5, 2] %. Grade×width 2.8 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 1.8 % zinc is below the weak threshold (2 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“1.80”

Context: Including

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · goldGrade: 0.68Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 3.63 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.68
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
3.63 m
From
368.31 m
To
371.94 m
Intercept Depth
368.31 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:368.31-371.94
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 0.68 ppm gold, reported in a unit the rubric does not cover (g/t).

Negative factors

  • Grade unit ppm does not match the gold rubric unit g/t; not scored.

Evidence · table

“0.68”

Context: Including

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · copperGrade: 0.04Grade Unit: %Intercept: 3.63 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
copper
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.04
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
3.63 m
From
368.31 m
To
371.94 m
Intercept Depth
368.31 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:368.31-371.94
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.04 % copper is below against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 0.1 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.04 % copper is below the weak threshold (0.25 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.04”

Context: Including

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · leadGrade: 1.07Grade Unit: %Intercept: 3.63 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
1.07
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
3.63 m
From
368.31 m
To
371.94 m
Intercept Depth
368.31 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:368.31-371.94
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.07 % lead is weak against the default band [10, 6, 3, 1] %. Grade×width 3.9 %·m is below (grade alone is weak; the better of the two is used).

Negative factors

  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“1.07”

Context: Including

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · zincGrade: 4.3Grade Unit: %Intercept: 3.63 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
4.3
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
3.63 m
From
368.31 m
To
371.94 m
Intercept Depth
368.31 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:368.31-371.94
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 4.3 % zinc is weak against the default band [18, 10, 5, 2] %. Grade×width 15.6 %·m is weak.

Negative factors

  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“4.30”

Context: Including

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · goldGrade: 1.38Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 1.49 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
1.38
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
1.49 m
From
368.9 m
To
370.39 m
Intercept Depth
368.9 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:368.9-370.39
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 1.38 ppm gold, reported in a unit the rubric does not cover (g/t).

Negative factors

  • Grade unit ppm does not match the gold rubric unit g/t; not scored.

Evidence · table

“1.38”

Context: Including

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · copperGrade: 0.07Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.49 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
copper
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.07
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.49 m
From
368.9 m
To
370.39 m
Intercept Depth
368.9 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:368.9-370.39
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.07 % copper is below against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 0.1 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.07 % copper is below the weak threshold (0.25 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.07”

Context: Including

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · leadGrade: 2.36Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.49 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
2.36
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.49 m
From
368.9 m
To
370.39 m
Intercept Depth
368.9 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:368.9-370.39
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 2.36 % lead is weak against the default band [10, 6, 3, 1] %. Grade×width 3.5 %·m is below (grade alone is weak; the better of the two is used).

Negative factors

  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“2.36”

Context: Including

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-91AZacatecas · zincGrade: 9.91Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.49 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-91A
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
9.91
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.49 m
From
368.9 m
To
370.39 m
Intercept Depth
368.9 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-91A:368.9-370.39
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 9.91 % zinc is moderate against the default band [18, 10, 5, 2] %. Grade×width 14.8 %·m is below (grade alone is moderate; the better of the two is used).

Negative factors

  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“9.91”

Context: Including

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-92Zacatecas · goldGrade: 0.34Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 1.29 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-92
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.34
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
1.29 m
From
291.04 m
To
292.33 m
Intercept Depth
291.04 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-92:291.04-292.33
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 0.34 ppm gold, reported in a unit the rubric does not cover (g/t).

Negative factors

  • Grade unit ppm does not match the gold rubric unit g/t; not scored.

Evidence · table

“0.34”

Context: DDSA-26-92

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-92Zacatecas · copperGrade: 0.02Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.29 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-92
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
copper
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.02
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.29 m
From
291.04 m
To
292.33 m
Intercept Depth
291.04 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-92:291.04-292.33
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.02 % copper is below against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.02 % copper is below the weak threshold (0.25 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.02”

Context: DDSA-26-92

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-92Zacatecas · leadGrade: 0.18Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.29 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-92
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.18
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.29 m
From
291.04 m
To
292.33 m
Intercept Depth
291.04 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-92:291.04-292.33
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.18 % lead is below against the default band [10, 6, 3, 1] %. Grade×width 0.2 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.18 % lead is below the weak threshold (1 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.18”

Context: DDSA-26-92

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-26-92Zacatecas · zincGrade: 0.34Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.29 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-26-92
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.34
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.29 m
From
291.04 m
To
292.33 m
Intercept Depth
291.04 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
DDSA-26-92:291.04-292.33
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.34 % zinc is below against the default band [18, 10, 5, 2] %. Grade×width 0.4 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.34 % zinc is below the weak threshold (2 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.34”

Context: DDSA-26-92

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

andZacatecas · silverGrade: 17.7Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 1.31 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
and
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
17.7
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
1.31 m
From
405.77 m
To
407.08 m
Intercept Depth
405.77 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
and:405.77-407.08
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 17.7 ppm silver, reported in a unit the rubric does not cover (g/t).

Negative factors

  • Grade unit ppm does not match the silver rubric unit g/t; not scored.

Evidence · table

“17.70”

Context: and

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

andZacatecas · goldGrade: 0.17Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 1.31 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
and
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.17
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
1.31 m
From
405.77 m
To
407.08 m
Intercept Depth
405.77 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
and:405.77-407.08
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 0.17 ppm gold, reported in a unit the rubric does not cover (g/t).

Negative factors

  • Grade unit ppm does not match the gold rubric unit g/t; not scored.

Evidence · table

“0.17”

Context: and

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

andZacatecas · copperGrade: 0.02Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.31 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
and
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
copper
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.02
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.31 m
From
405.77 m
To
407.08 m
Intercept Depth
405.77 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
and:405.77-407.08
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.02 % copper is below against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 0.0 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.02 % copper is below the weak threshold (0.25 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.02”

Context: and

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

andZacatecas · leadGrade: 0.05Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.31 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
and
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.05
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.31 m
From
405.77 m
To
407.08 m
Intercept Depth
405.77 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
and:405.77-407.08
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.05 % lead is below against the default band [10, 6, 3, 1] %. Grade×width 0.1 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.05 % lead is below the weak threshold (1 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.05”

Context: and

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

andZacatecas · zincGrade: 0.45Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.31 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
and
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.45
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.31 m
From
405.77 m
To
407.08 m
Intercept Depth
405.77 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
and:405.77-407.08
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.45 % zinc is below against the default band [18, 10, 5, 2] %. Grade×width 0.6 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.45 % zinc is below the weak threshold (2 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.45”

Context: and

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

andZacatecas · silverGrade: 16.8Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 2.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
and
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
16.8
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
2.7 m
From
436.55 m
To
439.25 m
Intercept Depth
436.55 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
and:436.55-439.25
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 16.8 ppm silver, reported in a unit the rubric does not cover (g/t).

Negative factors

  • Grade unit ppm does not match the silver rubric unit g/t; not scored.

Evidence · table

“16.80”

Context: and

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

andZacatecas · goldGrade: 0.13Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 2.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
and
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.13
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
2.7 m
From
436.55 m
To
439.25 m
Intercept Depth
436.55 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
and:436.55-439.25
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 0.13 ppm gold, reported in a unit the rubric does not cover (g/t).

Negative factors

  • Grade unit ppm does not match the gold rubric unit g/t; not scored.

Evidence · table

“0.13”

Context: and

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

andZacatecas · copperGrade: 0.05Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
and
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
copper
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.05
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
2.7 m
From
436.55 m
To
439.25 m
Intercept Depth
436.55 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
and:436.55-439.25
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.05 % copper is below against the default band [2.5, 1, 0.5, 0.25] %. Grade×width 0.1 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.05 % copper is below the weak threshold (0.25 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.05”

Context: and

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

andZacatecas · leadGrade: 0.49Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
and
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
0.49
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
2.7 m
From
436.55 m
To
439.25 m
Intercept Depth
436.55 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
and:436.55-439.25
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 0.49 % lead is below against the default band [10, 6, 3, 1] %. Grade×width 1.3 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 0.49 % lead is below the weak threshold (1 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“0.49”

Context: and

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

andZacatecas · zincGrade: 1.21Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
and
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
1.21
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
2.7 m
From
436.55 m
To
439.25 m
Intercept Depth
436.55 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
and:436.55-439.25
Mining Method
unknown

Location

CRS
WGS84 UTM Zone 13N

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from assay table. 1.21 % zinc is below against the default band [18, 10, 5, 2] %. Grade×width 3.3 %·m is below.

Negative factors

  • 1.21 % zinc is below the weak threshold (2 %) on the default band.
  • Scored from rubric bands during table expansion, not from document context.

Evidence · table

“1.21”

Context: and

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-23-64Zacatecas · silverGrade: 349.37Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4.8 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-23-64
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
349.37
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
4.8 m
From
236.72 m
To
241.52 m
Hole Depth
94 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill

Location

Easting
751661
Northing
2526411
Azimuth
40 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2023-01-01T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept provides a moderate silver grade over a reasonable width, confirming continuity in a previously gapped area, which is positive for resource modeling.

Positive factors

  • The silver grade of 118.94 g/t is moderate for an epithermal deposit.
  • The intercept confirms continuity in a gap between historical open pit mines.

Negative factors

  • True width is not explicitly stated, introducing uncertainty.

Evidence · text

“4.80m of 349.37g/t Ag (from 236.72m”

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

DDSA-23-64Zacatecas · silverGrade: 200.05Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3.21 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
DDSA-23-64
Project
Zacatecas
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
DEF.V

Geometry

Grade
200.05
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
3.21 m
From
256.22 m
To
259.43 m
Hole Depth
94 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Sample Type
drill

Location

Easting
751661
Northing
2526411
Azimuth
40 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Chemex Laboratories
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2023-01-01T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-09-09T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept provides a moderate silver grade over a reasonable width, confirming continuity in a previously gapped area, which is positive for resource modeling.

Positive factors

  • The silver grade of 118.94 g/t is moderate for an epithermal deposit.
  • The intercept confirms continuity in a gap between historical open pit mines.

Negative factors

  • True width is not explicitly stated, introducing uncertainty.

Evidence · text

“3.21m of 200.05 g/t Ag (from 256.22m”

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is 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

Nearology Playneutral

Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Defiance has released previous grassroots discovery results in NR dated [August 9, 2022](https://api.newsfilecorp.com/re"

How Atlas produces this analysis

Minestarters Atlas uses automated extraction to summarize mining announcements, identify reported measurements, and classify supporting evidence. Sentiment reflects the extracted narrative and classification rules; it is an interpretation, not a reported measurement. Evidence quotes and context are provided where available. Missing data, low-confidence results, and review flags indicate limitations. Check the original publisher announcement before relying on an interpretation.