Edge Copper Reports Broad Oxide Intercepts at Zonia and Confirms Mineralization Beyond Previously Interpreted Boundaries
Original announcement by orestocks on
- Company
- Edge Copper Corporation
- Ticker
- EDCU.V
- Exchange
- Unavailable
- Region
- Arizona
- Primary commodity
- Copper
- Secondary commodities
- None reported
- Document categories
- Drill results
- Extracted
- 2026-10-07 12:45:23 UTC
Analysis by Minestarters Atlas
Atlas analysis published:
Minestarters Atlas analysis
Summary
Edge Copper reported assay results from eight additional diamond drill holes at its Zonia Copper Project in Arizona, confirming broad, near-surface oxide copper mineralization. Key intercepts include 475 ft at 0.25% CuT and 277 ft at 0.33% CuT, both from surface. Crucially, the drilling has demonstrated that mineralization extends beyond previously interpreted western and eastern geological boundaries, indicating a larger scale potential for the deposit which will be incorporated into an updated geological model and a Q4 2026 Mineral Resource estimate.
Reasoning: The drill results confirm broad, near-surface oxide copper mineralization and, more importantly, demonstrate that mineralization extends beyond previously interpreted geological boundaries, suggesting a larger scale potential for the Zonia project. This significantly de-risks the project and provides strong upside for the upcoming Mineral Resource estimate.
Positive factors
- Broad, near-surface oxide copper intercepts, including 475 ft grading 0.25% CuT and 277 ft grading 0.33% CuT from surface.
- Drilling demonstrates mineralization extends beyond previously interpreted geological boundaries (western lithologic contact and eastern fault), significantly increasing the potential scale of the deposit.
- Results will be incorporated into an updated geological model and a planned Q4 2026 Mineral Resource estimate.
- Drill orientations were selected to be broadly orthogonal to the interpreted strike and dip, and reported intervals are interpreted to represent approximate true thicknesses.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures were followed, including certified reference materials, blanks, and duplicates, with assays performed by an independent, accredited laboratory (Skyline Assayers and Laboratories) and approved by a Qualified Person.
Negative factors
- The reported 'approximate true thicknesses' imply some estimation rather than precise measurement.
Low confidence — this extraction should be reviewed alongside the original source.
Facts used in scoring: 14
Classification and evidence
True Width Disclosedpositive
Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.
Why it applies: The document states: 'Based on the current geological interpretation and drill geometry, the reported intervals are interpreted to represent approximate true thicknesses.'
Evidence · text
“Based on the current geological interpretation and drill geometry, the reported intervals are interpreted to represent approximate true thicknesses.”
Step-Out Extensionpositive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Why it applies: The drilling demonstrates that 'mineralization crosses both features, and neither is now considered a hard boundary,' extending beyond previously interpreted limits.
Evidence · text
“Current drilling demonstrates that mineralization crosses both features, and neither is now considered a hard boundary.”
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The release includes a detailed QA/QC section mentioning industry-standard procedures, certified reference materials, blanks, duplicates, and an independent, accredited laboratory.
Evidence · text
“All drill samples were collected under the supervision of the Company's geological staff in accordance with industry-standard quality assurance and quality control ("QA/QC") procedures.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: The document clearly states: 'Significant intervals were calculated using a 0.10% CuT cut-off.'
Evidence · text
“Significant intervals were calculated using a 0.10% CuT cut-off.”
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: The CEO states that 'The latest drilling is doing more than confirming continuity within the PEA design pit,' indicating some infill component.
Evidence · text
“The latest drilling is doing more than confirming continuity within the PEA design pit”
Extracted facts
Stored fact records: 14. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.
Drill Results (14)
ZND0025Zonia · copperGrade: 0.21Grade Unit: %Intercept: 119.18 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- ZND0025
- Project
- Zonia
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- usa_az
- Reported Region
- usa_az
- Ticker
- EDCU.V
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.21
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 119.18 m
- From
- 69.79 m
- To
- 188.98 m
- Hole Depth
- 239.57 m
- Intercept Depth
- 69.79 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- ZND0025:69.79-188.98
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 147830.64
- Northing
- 366820.66
- CRS
- Arizona State Plane
- EPSG
- 2223
- Elevation
- 1349.96 m
- Azimuth
- 123 °
- Dip
- -48 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Skyline Assayers and Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- %
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms broad mineralization within the project area, contributing to the overall resource model.
Positive factors
- Broad intercept length of 119.18 m.
- Grade of 0.21% CuT is within typical porphyry ranges and contributes to overall resource potential.
Evidence · table
“0.21”
Context: 391
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
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
ZND0036Zonia · copperGrade: 0.18Grade Unit: %Intercept: 122.22 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- ZND0036
- Project
- Zonia
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- usa_az
- Reported Region
- usa_az
- Ticker
- EDCU.V
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.18
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 122.22 m
- From
- 16.46 m
- To
- 138.68 m
- Hole Depth
- 165.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 16.46 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- ZND0036:16.46-138.68
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 148296.06
- Northing
- 367320.06
- CRS
- Arizona State Plane
- EPSG
- 2223
- Elevation
- 1355.45 m
- Azimuth
- 134 °
- Dip
- -47 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Skyline Assayers and Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- %
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This broad, near-surface intercept contributes to the understanding of the mineralized envelope, despite a lower grade.
Positive factors
- Broad intercept length of 122.22 m from near surface.
- Confirms continuity of mineralization in the northern part of the deposit.
Evidence · table
“0.18”
Context: 401
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
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
ZND0045Zonia · copperGrade: 0.25Grade Unit: %Intercept: 144.78 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- ZND0045
- Project
- Zonia
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- usa_az
- Reported Region
- usa_az
- Ticker
- EDCU.V
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.25
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 144.78 m
- From
- 0 m
- To
- 144.78 m
- Hole Depth
- 199.34 m
- Intercept Depth
- 0 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- ZND0045:0-144.78
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 148066.06
- Northing
- 367020.06
- CRS
- Arizona State Plane
- EPSG
- 2223
- Elevation
- 1380.14 m
- Azimuth
- 129 °
- Dip
- -47 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Skyline Assayers and Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- %
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This very broad, near-surface intercept is a significant highlight, demonstrating substantial mineralization from surface and contributing positively to the resource update.
Positive factors
- Exceptional intercept length of 144.78 m from surface.
- Grade of 0.25% CuT is solid for a porphyry deposit.
- Confirms near-surface oxide copper mineralization in the north-central portion of the PEA design pit.
Evidence · table
“0.25”
Context: 475
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
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
ZND0045Zonia · copperGrade: 0.3Grade Unit: %Intercept: 48.77 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- ZND0045
- Project
- Zonia
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- usa_az
- Reported Region
- usa_az
- Ticker
- EDCU.V
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.3
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 48.77 m
- From
- 21.34 m
- To
- 70.1 m
- Hole Depth
- 199.34 m
- Intercept Depth
- 0 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- ZND0045:21.34-70.1
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 148066.06
- Northing
- 367020.06
- CRS
- Arizona State Plane
- EPSG
- 2223
- Elevation
- 1380.14 m
- Azimuth
- 129 °
- Dip
- -47 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Skyline Assayers and Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- %
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This sub-interval highlights a significant higher-grade zone within the main intercept, enhancing the overall economic potential.
Positive factors
- Higher-grade sub-interval of 0.30% CuT over 48.77 m within a broader zone.
- Indicates presence of higher-grade zones within the overall mineralization.
Evidence · table
“0.30”
Context: 160
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
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
ZND0045Zonia · copperGrade: 0.32Grade Unit: %Intercept: 9.14 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- ZND0045
- Project
- Zonia
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- usa_az
- Reported Region
- usa_az
- Ticker
- EDCU.V
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.32
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 9.14 m
- From
- 85.34 m
- To
- 94.49 m
- Hole Depth
- 199.34 m
- Intercept Depth
- 0 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- ZND0045:85.34-94.49
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 148066.06
- Northing
- 367020.06
- CRS
- Arizona State Plane
- EPSG
- 2223
- Elevation
- 1380.14 m
- Azimuth
- 129 °
- Dip
- -47 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Skyline Assayers and Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- %
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This sub-interval further defines the presence of higher-grade mineralization within the significant ZND0045 intercept.
Positive factors
- Higher-grade sub-interval of 0.32% CuT.
- Contributes to identifying higher-grade zones within the broader mineralized envelope.
Evidence · table
“0.32”
Context: 30
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
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
ZND0045Zonia · copperGrade: 0.36Grade Unit: %Intercept: 10.67 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- ZND0045
- Project
- Zonia
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- usa_az
- Reported Region
- usa_az
- Ticker
- EDCU.V
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.36
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 10.67 m
- From
- 115.82 m
- To
- 126.49 m
- Hole Depth
- 199.34 m
- Intercept Depth
- 0 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- ZND0045:115.82-126.49
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 148066.06
- Northing
- 367020.06
- CRS
- Arizona State Plane
- EPSG
- 2223
- Elevation
- 1380.14 m
- Azimuth
- 129 °
- Dip
- -47 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Skyline Assayers and Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- %
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This sub-interval represents the highest grade within the ZND0045 intercept, indicating good quality mineralization.
Positive factors
- Highest-grade sub-interval of 0.36% CuT.
- Further confirms the presence of higher-grade zones within the broad mineralization.
Evidence · table
“0.36”
Context: 35
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
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
ZND0047Zonia · copperGrade: 0.23Grade Unit: %Intercept: 113.69 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- ZND0047
- Project
- Zonia
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- usa_az
- Reported Region
- usa_az
- Ticker
- EDCU.V
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.23
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 113.69 m
- From
- 0.61 m
- To
- 114.3 m
- Hole Depth
- 224.33 m
- Intercept Depth
- 0.61 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- ZND0047:0.61-114.3
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 147934.06
- Northing
- 366916.06
- CRS
- Arizona State Plane
- EPSG
- 2223
- Elevation
- 1375.57 m
- Azimuth
- 142 °
- Dip
- -48 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Skyline Assayers and Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- %
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This broad, near-surface intercept confirms continuity of mineralization and contributes to the overall resource potential.
Positive factors
- Broad intercept length of 113.69 m from near surface.
- Grade of 0.23% CuT is consistent with porphyry mineralization.
Evidence · table
“0.23”
Context: 373
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
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
ZND0047Zonia · copperGrade: 0.4Grade Unit: %Intercept: 9.45 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- ZND0047
- Project
- Zonia
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- usa_az
- Reported Region
- usa_az
- Ticker
- EDCU.V
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.4
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 9.45 m
- From
- 0.61 m
- To
- 10.06 m
- Hole Depth
- 224.33 m
- Intercept Depth
- 0.61 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- ZND0047:0.61-10.06
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 147934.06
- Northing
- 366916.06
- CRS
- Arizona State Plane
- EPSG
- 2223
- Elevation
- 1375.57 m
- Azimuth
- 142 °
- Dip
- -48 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Skyline Assayers and Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- %
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval from surface is a positive indicator of strong near-surface mineralization.
Positive factors
- High-grade sub-interval of 0.40% CuT from near surface.
- Indicates strong mineralization at the very top of the intercept.
Evidence · table
“0.40”
Context: 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
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
ZND0053Zonia · copperGrade: 0.15Grade Unit: %Intercept: 71.02 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- ZND0053
- Project
- Zonia
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- usa_az
- Reported Region
- usa_az
- Ticker
- EDCU.V
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.15
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 71.02 m
- From
- 123.75 m
- To
- 194.77 m
- Hole Depth
- 198.73 m
- Intercept Depth
- 123.75 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- ZND0053:123.75-194.77
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 148240.06
- Northing
- 367465.06
- CRS
- Arizona State Plane
- EPSG
- 2223
- Elevation
- 1339.84 m
- Azimuth
- 138 °
- Dip
- -47 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Skyline Assayers and Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- %
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept confirms mineralization at depth, extending the known mineralized envelope below the current pit design.
Positive factors
- Intercepted oxide copper mineralization below the current PEA Design Pit.
- Adds to the understanding of mineralization at depth.
Evidence · table
“0.15”
Context: 233
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
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
ZND0055Zonia · copperGrade: 0.25Grade Unit: %Intercept: 105.16 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- ZND0055
- Project
- Zonia
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- usa_az
- Reported Region
- usa_az
- Ticker
- EDCU.V
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.25
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 105.16 m
- From
- 146.3 m
- To
- 251.46 m
- Hole Depth
- 356.92 m
- Intercept Depth
- 146.3 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- ZND0055:146.3-251.46
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 147520.06
- Northing
- 367070.06
- CRS
- Arizona State Plane
- EPSG
- 2223
- Elevation
- 1407.58 m
- Azimuth
- 135 °
- Dip
- -52 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Skyline Assayers and Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- %
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This significant intercept extends mineralization at depth and laterally, contributing to the expansion of the known resource.
Positive factors
- Broad intercept length of 105.16 m.
- Extends oxide mineralization well below shallow historical drilling along the northwest margin.
- Grade of 0.25% CuT is solid for a porphyry deposit.
Evidence · table
“0.25”
Context: 345
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
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
ZND0055Zonia · copperGrade: 0.3Grade Unit: %Intercept: 64.01 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- ZND0055
- Project
- Zonia
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- usa_az
- Reported Region
- usa_az
- Ticker
- EDCU.V
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.3
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 64.01 m
- From
- 184.4 m
- To
- 248.41 m
- Hole Depth
- 356.92 m
- Intercept Depth
- 146.3 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- ZND0055:184.4-248.41
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 147520.06
- Northing
- 367070.06
- CRS
- Arizona State Plane
- EPSG
- 2223
- Elevation
- 1407.58 m
- Azimuth
- 135 °
- Dip
- -52 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Skyline Assayers and Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- %
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This sub-interval highlights a significant higher-grade zone within the main ZND0055 intercept, enhancing its economic potential.
Positive factors
- Higher-grade sub-interval of 0.30% CuT over 64.01 m.
- Indicates good quality mineralization within the broader zone.
Evidence · table
“0.30”
Context: 210
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
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
ZND0055Zonia · copperGrade: 0.19Grade Unit: %Intercept: 10.06 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- ZND0055
- Project
- Zonia
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- usa_az
- Reported Region
- usa_az
- Ticker
- EDCU.V
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.19
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 10.06 m
- From
- 262.13 m
- To
- 272.19 m
- Hole Depth
- 356.92 m
- Intercept Depth
- 262.13 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- ZND0055:262.13-272.19
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 147520.06
- Northing
- 367070.06
- CRS
- Arizona State Plane
- EPSG
- 2223
- Elevation
- 1407.58 m
- Azimuth
- 135 °
- Dip
- -52 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Skyline Assayers and Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- %
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This separate interval indicates continued mineralization at depth, contributing to the overall understanding of the deposit's vertical extent.
Positive factors
- Confirms mineralization at greater depth in a separate interval.
Evidence · table
“0.19”
Context: 33
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
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
ZND0056Zonia · copperGrade: 0.17Grade Unit: %Intercept: 35.36 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- ZND0056
- Project
- Zonia
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- usa_az
- Reported Region
- usa_az
- Ticker
- EDCU.V
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.17
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 35.36 m
- From
- 0 m
- To
- 35.36 m
- Hole Depth
- 119.48 m
- Intercept Depth
- 0 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- ZND0056:0-35.36
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 148340.06
- Northing
- 367205.06
- CRS
- Arizona State Plane
- EPSG
- 2223
- Elevation
- 1323.44 m
- Azimuth
- 145 °
- Dip
- -46 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Skyline Assayers and Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- %
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This near-surface intercept contributes to the overall understanding of the shallow mineralized envelope.
Positive factors
- Confirms near-surface mineralization.
Evidence · table
“0.17”
Context: 116
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
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
ZND0063Zonia · copperGrade: 0.33Grade Unit: %Intercept: 84.43 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- ZND0063
- Project
- Zonia
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- usa_az
- Reported Region
- usa_az
- Ticker
- EDCU.V
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.33
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 84.43 m
- From
- 0 m
- To
- 84.43 m
- Hole Depth
- 594.6 m
- Intercept Depth
- 0 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- resource
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- ZND0063:0-84.43
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 147820.06
- Northing
- 366650.06
- CRS
- Arizona State Plane
- EPSG
- 2223
- Elevation
- 1373.73 m
- Azimuth
- 315 °
- Dip
- -73 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Skyline Assayers and Laboratories
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- %
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-07T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This broad, high-grade intercept from surface is a key highlight, demonstrating excellent near-surface mineralization and positively impacting the resource update.
Positive factors
- Strong intercept length of 84.43 m from surface.
- Grade of 0.33% CuT is above the project average and strong for a porphyry deposit.
- Contributes significantly to the near-surface oxide resource.
Evidence · table
“0.33”
Context: 277
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
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "resource"
How Atlas produces this analysis
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