Kootenay Reports Drill Results from Lupe Vein as 60,000-Meter Columba Program Advances

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Company
Kootenay Silver Inc.
Ticker
KTN
Exchange
Unavailable
Region
Chihuahua, Mexico
Primary commodity
Silver
Secondary commodities
Lead, Zinc
Document categories
Drill results
Extracted
2026-09-23 12:52:17 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Atlas analysis published:

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

Kootenay Silver Inc. announced high-grade drill results from expansion drilling at its Columba High-Grade Silver Project in Chihuahua, Mexico, focusing on the Lupe Vein. The program returned multiple broad and high-grade silver intercepts, including 4,040 gpt silver over 0.30 meters and 232 gpt silver over 24.00 meters, significantly expanding the known strike and depth of the Lupe Vein system. The company has completed over 30,000 meters of its 60,000-meter drill program, with drilling now moving to other vein targets.

Reasoning: Kootenay Silver reported multiple high-grade and broad silver intercepts from expansion drilling at the Lupe Vein, significantly extending the known mineralization and demonstrating strong potential for resource growth. The results include several exceptional silver grades and strong grade-thickness products, with lead and zinc also contributing to the overall value. The program successfully expanded the Lupe Vein system and identified new blind veins, indicating high novelty and materiality.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional silver grades, significantly exceeding project average and peer benchmarks
  • Broad mineralized intercepts, indicating substantial width
  • Successful step-out drilling extending the known strike and depth of the Lupe Vein system
  • Discovery of new 'blind' veins, suggesting further exploration potential
  • True width estimates provided for most intercepts, enhancing geological confidence
  • Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed and QP signed off

Facts used in scoring: 46

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 46. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Drill Results (46)

CDH-26-254Columba High-Grade · silverGrade: 94Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 84.45 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-254
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
94
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
84.45 m
True Width
57.43 m
From
392.55 m
To
477 m
Intercept Depth
392.55 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-254:392.55-477
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad intercept of 94 gpt silver over 84.45 meters represents a strong silver grade and exceptional grade-thickness product, significantly contributing to the expansion of the Lupe Vein system.

Positive factors

  • Strong silver grade (94 gpt Ag) for an epithermal deposit
  • Exceptional grade-thickness product (7938.3 g/t·m)
  • Very broad intercept length (84.45 m) with significant true width (57.43 m)
  • Indicates significant expansion of the Lupe Vein system

Evidence · text

“94 gpt silver, 0.1% lead, 0.2% zinc over 84.45 meters (57.43m estimated true width “etw”) from 392.55m downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 57.43

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"

CDH-26-254Columba High-Grade · leadGrade: 0.1Grade Unit: %Intercept: 84.45 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-254
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
0.1
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
84.45 m
True Width
57.43 m
From
392.55 m
To
477 m
Intercept Depth
392.55 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-254:392.55-477
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad intercept of 0.1% lead over 84.45 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the overall polymetallic nature and expansion of the Lupe Vein system.

Positive factors

  • Broad intercept length (84.45 m) with significant true width (57.43 m)
  • Indicates significant expansion of the Lupe Vein system

Evidence · text

“94 gpt silver, 0.1% lead, 0.2% zinc over 84.45 meters (57.43m estimated true width “etw”) from 392.55m downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 57.43

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"

CDH-26-254Columba High-Grade · zincGrade: 0.2Grade Unit: %Intercept: 84.45 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-254
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
0.2
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
84.45 m
True Width
57.43 m
From
392.55 m
To
477 m
Intercept Depth
392.55 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-254:392.55-477
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad intercept of 0.2% zinc over 84.45 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the overall polymetallic nature and expansion of the Lupe Vein system.

Positive factors

  • Broad intercept length (84.45 m) with significant true width (57.43 m)
  • Indicates significant expansion of the Lupe Vein system

Evidence · text

“94 gpt silver, 0.1% lead, 0.2% zinc over 84.45 meters (57.43m estimated true width “etw”) from 392.55m downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 57.43

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"

CDH-26-254Columba High-Grade · silverGrade: 755Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-254
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
755
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.8 m
True Width
1.22 m
From
415 m
To
416.8 m
Intercept Depth
392.55 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-254:415-416.8
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval of 755 gpt silver over 1.8 meters is an exceptional result, significantly contributing to the overall value of the broader intercept and indicating high-grade mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional silver grade (755 gpt Ag), well above project average and peer benchmarks
  • True width estimate provided (1.22 m)

Evidence · text

“755 gpt silver, 0.1% lead, 0.8% zinc over 1.8 meters (1.22m etw) from 415m downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.22

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"

CDH-26-254Columba High-Grade · leadGrade: 0.1Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-254
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
0.1
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.8 m
True Width
1.22 m
From
415 m
To
416.8 m
Intercept Depth
392.55 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-254:415-416.8
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 0.1% lead over 1.8 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the high-grade silver intercept.

Positive factors

  • True width estimate provided (1.22 m)

Evidence · text

“755 gpt silver, 0.1% lead, 0.8% zinc over 1.8 meters (1.22m etw) from 415m downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.22

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"

CDH-26-254Columba High-Grade · zincGrade: 0.8Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-254
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
0.8
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1.8 m
True Width
1.22 m
From
415 m
To
416.8 m
Intercept Depth
392.55 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-254:415-416.8
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 0.8% zinc over 1.8 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the high-grade silver intercept.

Positive factors

  • True width estimate provided (1.22 m)

Evidence · text

“755 gpt silver, 0.1% lead, 0.8% zinc over 1.8 meters (1.22m etw) from 415m downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.22

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"

CDH-26-254Columba High-Grade · silverGrade: 1165Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.83 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-254
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
1165
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
0.83 m
True Width
0.56 m
From
415.97 m
To
416.8 m
Intercept Depth
392.55 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-254:415.97-416.8
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This very high-grade sub-interval of 1165 gpt silver over 0.83 meters is an exceptional result, highlighting a bonanza-grade zone within the broader intercept.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional silver grade (1165 gpt Ag), well above project average and peer benchmarks
  • True width estimate provided (0.56 m)

Evidence · text

“1,165 gpt silver, 0.2% lead, 1.3% zinc along 0.83 meters (0.56m etw) from 415.97 meters downhole.”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 0.56

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"

CDH-26-254Columba High-Grade · leadGrade: 0.2Grade Unit: %Intercept: 0.83 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-254
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
0.2
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
0.83 m
True Width
0.56 m
From
415.97 m
To
416.8 m
Intercept Depth
392.55 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-254:415.97-416.8
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 0.2% lead over 0.83 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the high-grade silver intercept.

Positive factors

  • True width estimate provided (0.56 m)

Evidence · text

“1,165 gpt silver, 0.2% lead, 1.3% zinc along 0.83 meters (0.56m etw) from 415.97 meters downhole.”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 0.56

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"

CDH-26-254Columba High-Grade · zincGrade: 1.3Grade Unit: %Intercept: 0.83 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-254
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
1.3
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
0.83 m
True Width
0.56 m
From
415.97 m
To
416.8 m
Intercept Depth
392.55 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-254:415.97-416.8
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 1.3% zinc over 0.83 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the high-grade silver intercept.

Positive factors

  • True width estimate provided (0.56 m)

Evidence · text

“1,165 gpt silver, 0.2% lead, 1.3% zinc along 0.83 meters (0.56m etw) from 415.97 meters downhole.”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 0.56

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"

CDH-26-254Columba High-Grade · silverGrade: 28Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 24 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-254
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
28
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
24 m
True Width
16.32 m
From
656 m
To
680 m
Intercept Depth
392.55 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-254:656-680
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 28 gpt silver over 24 meters, while a weak grade, represents a moderate grade-thickness product and indicates continued mineralization at depth within the Lupe Vein system.

Positive factors

  • Moderate grade-thickness product (672 g/t·m)
  • Broad intercept length (24 m) with significant true width (16.32 m)
  • Indicates mineralization at depth

Evidence · text

“28 gpt silver, 0.5% lead, 0.7% zinc over 24 meters (16.32m etw.) from 656 meters downhole.”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 16.32

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"

CDH-26-254Columba High-Grade · leadGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: %Intercept: 24 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-254
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
0.5
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
24 m
True Width
16.32 m
From
656 m
To
680 m
Intercept Depth
392.55 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-254:656-680
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 0.5% lead over 24 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization at depth.

Positive factors

  • Broad intercept length (24 m) with significant true width (16.32 m)
  • Indicates mineralization at depth

Evidence · text

“28 gpt silver, 0.5% lead, 0.7% zinc over 24 meters (16.32m etw.) from 656 meters downhole.”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 16.32

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"

CDH-26-254Columba High-Grade · zincGrade: 0.7Grade Unit: %Intercept: 24 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-254
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
0.7
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
24 m
True Width
16.32 m
From
656 m
To
680 m
Intercept Depth
392.55 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-254:656-680
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 0.7% zinc over 24 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization at depth.

Positive factors

  • Broad intercept length (24 m) with significant true width (16.32 m)
  • Indicates mineralization at depth

Evidence · text

“28 gpt silver, 0.5% lead, 0.7% zinc over 24 meters (16.32m etw.) from 656 meters downhole.”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 16.32

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"

CDH-26-256Columba High-Grade · silverGrade: 759Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 6.02 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-256
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
759
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
6.02 m
True Width
3.01 m
From
378.68 m
To
384.7 m
Intercept Depth
101.19 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-256:378.68-384.7
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 759 gpt silver over 6.02 meters is an exceptional grade and strong grade-thickness product, indicating significant high-grade mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional silver grade (759 gpt Ag), well above project average and peer benchmarks
  • Strong grade-thickness product (4568.58 g/t·m)
  • True width estimate provided (3.01 m)

Evidence · text

“759 gpt silver, 0.6% lead and 1% zinc over 6.02 meters (3.01m etw) from 378.68 meters downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 3.01

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"

CDH-26-256Columba High-Grade · leadGrade: 0.6Grade Unit: %Intercept: 6.02 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-256
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
0.6
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
6.02 m
True Width
3.01 m
From
378.68 m
To
384.7 m
Intercept Depth
101.19 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-256:378.68-384.7
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 0.6% lead over 6.02 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the high-grade silver intercept.

Positive factors

  • True width estimate provided (3.01 m)

Evidence · text

“759 gpt silver, 0.6% lead and 1% zinc over 6.02 meters (3.01m etw) from 378.68 meters downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 3.01

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"

CDH-26-256Columba High-Grade · zincGrade: 1Grade Unit: %Intercept: 6.02 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-256
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
1
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
6.02 m
True Width
3.01 m
From
378.68 m
To
384.7 m
Intercept Depth
101.19 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-256:378.68-384.7
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 1.0% zinc over 6.02 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the high-grade silver intercept.

Positive factors

  • True width estimate provided (3.01 m)

Evidence · text

“759 gpt silver, 0.6% lead and 1% zinc over 6.02 meters (3.01m etw) from 378.68 meters downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 3.01

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"

CDH-26-256Columba High-Grade · silverGrade: 1184Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.92 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-256
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
1184
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2.92 m
True Width
1.46 m
From
378.68 m
To
381.6 m
Intercept Depth
101.19 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-256:378.68-381.6
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval of 1184 gpt silver over 2.92 meters is an exceptional result, indicating a significant high-grade zone within the Lupe Vein.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional silver grade (1184 gpt Ag), well above project average and peer benchmarks
  • Strong grade-thickness product (3457.28 g/t·m)
  • True width estimate provided (1.46 m)

Evidence · text

“1,184 gpt silver, 0.6% lead, 0.8% zinc over 2.92 meters (1.46m etw) from 378.68 meters downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.46

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"

CDH-26-256Columba High-Grade · leadGrade: 0.6Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.92 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-256
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
0.6
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
2.92 m
True Width
1.46 m
From
378.68 m
To
381.6 m
Intercept Depth
101.19 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-256:378.68-381.6
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 0.6% lead over 2.92 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the high-grade silver intercept.

Positive factors

  • True width estimate provided (1.46 m)

Evidence · text

“1,184 gpt silver, 0.6% lead, 0.8% zinc over 2.92 meters (1.46m etw) from 378.68 meters downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.46

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"

CDH-26-256Columba High-Grade · zincGrade: 0.8Grade Unit: %Intercept: 2.92 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-256
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
0.8
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
2.92 m
True Width
1.46 m
From
378.68 m
To
381.6 m
Intercept Depth
101.19 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-256:378.68-381.6
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 0.8% zinc over 2.92 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the high-grade silver intercept.

Positive factors

  • True width estimate provided (1.46 m)

Evidence · text

“1,184 gpt silver, 0.6% lead, 0.8% zinc over 2.92 meters (1.46m etw) from 378.68 meters downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.46

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"

CDH-26-256Columba High-Grade · silverGrade: 4040Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-256
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
4040
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
0.3 m
True Width
0.15 m
From
379.96 m
To
380.26 m
Intercept Depth
101.19 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-256:379.96-380.26
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This very high-grade sub-interval of 4040 gpt silver over 0.30 meters is an exceptional result, indicating a bonanza-grade zone within the Lupe Vein.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional silver grade (4040 gpt Ag), well above project average and peer benchmarks
  • True width estimate provided (0.15 m)

Evidence · text

“4,040 gpt silver, 3.2% lead, 1.3% zinc over 0.30 meters (0.15m etw) from 379.96 meters downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 0.15

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"

CDH-26-256Columba High-Grade · leadGrade: 3.2Grade Unit: %Intercept: 0.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-256
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
3.2
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
0.3 m
True Width
0.15 m
From
379.96 m
To
380.26 m
Intercept Depth
101.19 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-256:379.96-380.26
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 3.2% lead over 0.30 meters represents a moderate lead grade, contributing to the polymetallic nature of the bonanza-grade silver intercept.

Positive factors

  • Moderate lead grade (3.2% Pb)
  • True width estimate provided (0.15 m)

Evidence · text

“4,040 gpt silver, 3.2% lead, 1.3% zinc over 0.30 meters (0.15m etw) from 379.96 meters downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 0.15

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"

CDH-26-256Columba High-Grade · zincGrade: 1.3Grade Unit: %Intercept: 0.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-256
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
1.3
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
0.3 m
True Width
0.15 m
From
379.96 m
To
380.26 m
Intercept Depth
101.19 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-256:379.96-380.26
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 1.3% zinc over 0.30 meters contributes to the polymetallic nature of the bonanza-grade silver intercept.

Positive factors

  • True width estimate provided (0.15 m)

Evidence · text

“4,040 gpt silver, 3.2% lead, 1.3% zinc over 0.30 meters (0.15m etw) from 379.96 meters downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 0.15

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"

CDH-26-256Columba High-Grade · silverGrade: 168Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 14.61 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-256
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
168
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
14.61 m
True Width
7.31 m
From
101.19 m
To
115.8 m
Intercept Depth
101.19 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-256:101.19-115.8
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 168 gpt silver over 14.61 meters from the G Vein represents a moderate grade and grade-thickness product, indicating new mineralization and adding to the overall prospectivity of the project.

Positive factors

  • Moderate silver grade (168 gpt Ag)
  • Moderate grade-thickness product (2455.3 g/t·m)
  • Significant intercept length (14.61 m) with good true width (7.31 m)
  • Intersection of a lesser-known vein (G Vein) adds exploration potential

Evidence · text

“An intersection of the lesser-known G Vein high in the hole returned 14.61 meters (7.31 m etw) grading 168 gpt silver from 101.19 meters downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 7.31

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"

CDH-26-257Columba High-Grade · silverGrade: 250Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 11 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-257
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
250
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
11 m
True Width
5.94 m
From
438 m
To
449 m
Intercept Depth
438 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-257:438-449
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 250 gpt silver over 11 meters represents a strong silver grade and moderate grade-thickness product, indicating significant mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

Positive factors

  • Strong silver grade (250 gpt Ag), above project average and peer benchmarks
  • Moderate grade-thickness product (2750 g/t·m)
  • Significant intercept length (11 m) with good true width (5.94 m)

Evidence · text

“250 gpt silver, 1.4% lead, 0.8% zinc over 11 meters (5.94m etw) from 438.0 meters downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 5.94

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"

CDH-26-257Columba High-Grade · leadGrade: 1.4Grade Unit: %Intercept: 11 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-257
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
1.4
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
11 m
True Width
5.94 m
From
438 m
To
449 m
Intercept Depth
438 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-257:438-449
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 1.4% lead over 11 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length (11 m) with good true width (5.94 m)

Evidence · text

“250 gpt silver, 1.4% lead, 0.8% zinc over 11 meters (5.94m etw) from 438.0 meters downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 5.94

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"

CDH-26-257Columba High-Grade · zincGrade: 0.8Grade Unit: %Intercept: 11 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-257
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
0.8
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
11 m
True Width
5.94 m
From
438 m
To
449 m
Intercept Depth
438 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-257:438-449
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 0.8% zinc over 11 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length (11 m) with good true width (5.94 m)

Evidence · text

“250 gpt silver, 1.4% lead, 0.8% zinc over 11 meters (5.94m etw) from 438.0 meters downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 5.94

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"

CDH-26-257Columba High-Grade · silverGrade: 293Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-257
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
293
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
9 m
True Width
4.86 m
From
440 m
To
449 m
Intercept Depth
438 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-257:440-449
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 293 gpt silver over 9 meters represents a strong silver grade and moderate grade-thickness product, indicating significant mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

Positive factors

  • Strong silver grade (293 gpt Ag), above project average and peer benchmarks
  • Moderate grade-thickness product (2637 g/t·m)
  • Good intercept length (9 m) with good true width (4.86 m)

Evidence · text

“293 gpt silver, 1.7% lead and 0.9% zinc over 9 meters (4.86m etw) from 440 meters”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 4.86

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"

CDH-26-257Columba High-Grade · leadGrade: 1.7Grade Unit: %Intercept: 9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-257
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
1.7
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
9 m
True Width
4.86 m
From
440 m
To
449 m
Intercept Depth
438 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-257:440-449
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 1.7% lead over 9 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

Positive factors

  • Good intercept length (9 m) with good true width (4.86 m)

Evidence · text

“293 gpt silver, 1.7% lead and 0.9% zinc over 9 meters (4.86m etw) from 440 meters”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 4.86

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"

CDH-26-257Columba High-Grade · zincGrade: 0.9Grade Unit: %Intercept: 9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-257
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
0.9
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
9 m
True Width
4.86 m
From
440 m
To
449 m
Intercept Depth
438 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-257:440-449
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 0.9% zinc over 9 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

Positive factors

  • Good intercept length (9 m) with good true width (4.86 m)

Evidence · text

“293 gpt silver, 1.7% lead and 0.9% zinc over 9 meters (4.86m etw) from 440 meters”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 4.86

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"

CDH-26-257Columba High-Grade · silverGrade: 370Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-257
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
370
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
3.8 m
True Width
2.05 m
From
444 m
To
447.8 m
Intercept Depth
438 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-257:444-447.8
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval of 370 gpt silver over 3.80 meters represents a strong silver grade and moderate grade-thickness product, indicating significant mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

Positive factors

  • Strong silver grade (370 gpt Ag), above project average and peer benchmarks
  • Moderate grade-thickness product (1406 g/t·m)
  • True width estimate provided (2.05 m)

Evidence · text

“370 gpt silver, 4.0% lead and 1.7% zinc over 3.80 meters (2.05m etw) from 444 meters downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 2.05

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"

CDH-26-257Columba High-Grade · leadGrade: 4Grade Unit: %Intercept: 3.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-257
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
4
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
3.8 m
True Width
2.05 m
From
444 m
To
447.8 m
Intercept Depth
438 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-257:444-447.8
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 4.0% lead over 3.80 meters represents a moderate lead grade, contributing to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

Positive factors

  • Moderate lead grade (4.0% Pb)
  • True width estimate provided (2.05 m)

Evidence · text

“370 gpt silver, 4.0% lead and 1.7% zinc over 3.80 meters (2.05m etw) from 444 meters downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 2.05

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"

CDH-26-257Columba High-Grade · zincGrade: 1.7Grade Unit: %Intercept: 3.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-257
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
1.7
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
3.8 m
True Width
2.05 m
From
444 m
To
447.8 m
Intercept Depth
438 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-257:444-447.8
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 1.7% zinc over 3.80 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

Positive factors

  • True width estimate provided (2.05 m)

Evidence · text

“370 gpt silver, 4.0% lead and 1.7% zinc over 3.80 meters (2.05m etw) from 444 meters downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 2.05

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"

CDH-26-258Columba High-Grade · silverGrade: 232Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 24 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-258
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
232
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
24 m
True Width
15.36 m
From
407 m
To
431 m
Intercept Depth
282 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-258:407-431
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad intercept of 232 gpt silver over 24 meters represents a strong silver grade and grade-thickness product, indicating significant mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

Positive factors

  • Strong silver grade (232 gpt Ag), above project average and peer benchmarks
  • Strong grade-thickness product (5568 g/t·m)
  • Very broad intercept length (24 m) with significant true width (15.36 m)

Evidence · text

“232 gpt silver, 0.3% lead, 0.6% zinc over 24.00 meters (15.36m etw) from 407 meters downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 15.36

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"

CDH-26-258Columba High-Grade · leadGrade: 0.3Grade Unit: %Intercept: 24 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-258
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
0.3
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
24 m
True Width
15.36 m
From
407 m
To
431 m
Intercept Depth
282 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-258:407-431
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad intercept of 0.3% lead over 24 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

Positive factors

  • Very broad intercept length (24 m) with significant true width (15.36 m)

Evidence · text

“232 gpt silver, 0.3% lead, 0.6% zinc over 24.00 meters (15.36m etw) from 407 meters downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 15.36

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"

CDH-26-258Columba High-Grade · zincGrade: 0.6Grade Unit: %Intercept: 24 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-258
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
0.6
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
24 m
True Width
15.36 m
From
407 m
To
431 m
Intercept Depth
282 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-258:407-431
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad intercept of 0.6% zinc over 24 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

Positive factors

  • Very broad intercept length (24 m) with significant true width (15.36 m)

Evidence · text

“232 gpt silver, 0.3% lead, 0.6% zinc over 24.00 meters (15.36m etw) from 407 meters downhole”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 15.36

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"

CDH-26-258Columba High-Grade · silverGrade: 358Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 14 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-258
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
358
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
14 m
True Width
8.96 m
From
417 m
To
431 m
Intercept Depth
282 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-258:417-431
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval of 358 gpt silver over 14 meters represents a strong silver grade and grade-thickness product, indicating significant mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

Positive factors

  • Strong silver grade (358 gpt Ag), above project average and peer benchmarks
  • Strong grade-thickness product (5012 g/t·m)
  • Significant intercept length (14 m) with good true width (8.96 m)

Evidence · text

“358 gpt silver, 0.5% lead and 0.9% zinc over 14 meters (8.96m etw) from 417 meters”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 8.96

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"

CDH-26-258Columba High-Grade · leadGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: %Intercept: 14 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-258
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
0.5
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
14 m
True Width
8.96 m
From
417 m
To
431 m
Intercept Depth
282 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-258:417-431
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 0.5% lead over 14 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length (14 m) with good true width (8.96 m)

Evidence · text

“358 gpt silver, 0.5% lead and 0.9% zinc over 14 meters (8.96m etw) from 417 meters”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 8.96

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"

CDH-26-258Columba High-Grade · zincGrade: 0.9Grade Unit: %Intercept: 14 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-258
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
0.9
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
14 m
True Width
8.96 m
From
417 m
To
431 m
Intercept Depth
282 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-258:417-431
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 0.9% zinc over 14 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization within the Lupe Vein.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept length (14 m) with good true width (8.96 m)

Evidence · text

“358 gpt silver, 0.5% lead and 0.9% zinc over 14 meters (8.96m etw) from 417 meters”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 8.96

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"

CDH-26-258Columba High-Grade · silverGrade: 1520Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.55 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-258
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
1520
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
0.55 m
True Width
0.35 m
From
420.45 m
To
421 m
Intercept Depth
282 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-258:420.45-421
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This very high-grade sub-interval of 1520 gpt silver over 0.55 meters is an exceptional result, indicating a bonanza-grade zone within the broader intercept.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional silver grade (1520 gpt Ag), well above project average and peer benchmarks
  • True width estimate provided (0.35 m)

Evidence · text

“1,520 gpt silver, 7.6% lead, 5.9% zinc 0.55 meters (0.35m etw) from 420.45 meters downhole.”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 0.35

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"

CDH-26-258Columba High-Grade · leadGrade: 7.6Grade Unit: %Intercept: 0.55 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-258
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
7.6
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
0.55 m
True Width
0.35 m
From
420.45 m
To
421 m
Intercept Depth
282 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-258:420.45-421
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 7.6% lead over 0.55 meters represents a strong lead grade, contributing to the polymetallic nature of the bonanza-grade silver intercept.

Positive factors

  • Strong lead grade (7.6% Pb)
  • True width estimate provided (0.35 m)

Evidence · text

“1,520 gpt silver, 7.6% lead, 5.9% zinc 0.55 meters (0.35m etw) from 420.45 meters downhole.”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 0.35

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"

CDH-26-258Columba High-Grade · zincGrade: 5.9Grade Unit: %Intercept: 0.55 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-258
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
5.9
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
0.55 m
True Width
0.35 m
From
420.45 m
To
421 m
Intercept Depth
282 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-258:420.45-421
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval of 5.9% zinc over 0.55 meters represents a moderate zinc grade, contributing to the polymetallic nature of the bonanza-grade silver intercept.

Positive factors

  • Moderate zinc grade (5.9% Zn)
  • True width estimate provided (0.35 m)

Evidence · text

“1,520 gpt silver, 7.6% lead, 5.9% zinc 0.55 meters (0.35m etw) from 420.45 meters downhole.”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 0.35

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"

CDH-26-258Columba High-Grade · silverGrade: 51Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 58 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-258
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
51
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
58 m
From
282 m
To
340 m
Intercept Depth
282 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-258:282-340
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad intercept of 51 gpt silver over 58 meters indicates additional mineralization in the hanging wall of the Lupe Vein, contributing to the overall resource potential, though the true width is not stated.

Positive factors

  • Weak silver grade (51 gpt Ag)
  • Moderate grade-thickness product (2958 g/t·m)
  • Very broad intercept length (58 m)
  • Indicates additional mineralization in the hanging wall of Lupe Vein

Negative factors

  • True width not stated

Evidence · text

“An additional 58 meter interval in the hanging wall of Lupe Vein returned 51 gpt silver, 0.1% zinc from 282 meters downhole”

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"

CDH-26-258Columba High-Grade · zincGrade: 0.1Grade Unit: %Intercept: 58 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-258
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
0.1
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
58 m
From
282 m
To
340 m
Intercept Depth
282 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-258:282-340
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad intercept of 0.1% zinc over 58 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the additional mineralization in the hanging wall of the Lupe Vein.

Positive factors

  • Very broad intercept length (58 m)
  • Indicates additional mineralization in the hanging wall of Lupe Vein

Negative factors

  • True width not stated

Evidence · text

“An additional 58 meter interval in the hanging wall of Lupe Vein returned 51 gpt silver, 0.1% zinc from 282 meters downhole”

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"

CDH-26-258Columba High-Grade · silverGrade: 130Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-258
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
130
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
4 m
From
282 m
To
286 m
Intercept Depth
282 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-258:282-286
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 130 gpt silver over 4 meters represents a moderate grade and indicates a higher-grade zone within the broader hanging wall mineralization, though true width and exact depths are not specified.

Positive factors

  • Moderate silver grade (130 gpt Ag)
  • Weak grade-thickness product (520 g/t·m)
  • Indicates higher-grade zone within the broader hanging wall intercept

Negative factors

  • True width not stated
  • Exact from/to depths not specified for this sub-interval

Evidence · text

“including 4 meters grading 130 gpt silver.”

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"

CDH-26-260Columba High-Grade · silverGrade: 209Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 8.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-260
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
209
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
8.3 m
True Width
4.15 m
From
238.7 m
To
247 m
Intercept Depth
238.7 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-260:238.7-247
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 209 gpt silver over 8.30 meters represents a strong silver grade and moderate grade-thickness product, indicating significant mineralization within the B2 Vein system.

Positive factors

  • Strong silver grade (209 gpt Ag), above project average and peer benchmarks
  • Moderate grade-thickness product (1734.7 g/t·m)
  • Good intercept length (8.3 m) with good true width (4.15 m)
  • Intersection in the B2 Vein system, indicating broader mineralization

Evidence · text

“209 gpt silver, 0.1% lead, 0.3% zinc over 8.30 meters (4.15m etw) from 238.7 meters downhole in the B2 Vein system”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 4.15

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"

CDH-26-260Columba High-Grade · leadGrade: 0.1Grade Unit: %Intercept: 8.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-260
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
lead
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
0.1
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
8.3 m
True Width
4.15 m
From
238.7 m
To
247 m
Intercept Depth
238.7 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-260:238.7-247
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 0.1% lead over 8.30 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization within the B2 Vein system.

Positive factors

  • Good intercept length (8.3 m) with good true width (4.15 m)
  • Intersection in the B2 Vein system, indicating broader mineralization

Evidence · text

“209 gpt silver, 0.1% lead, 0.3% zinc over 8.30 meters (4.15m etw) from 238.7 meters downhole in the B2 Vein system”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 4.15

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"

CDH-26-260Columba High-Grade · zincGrade: 0.3Grade Unit: %Intercept: 8.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
CDH-26-260
Project
Columba High-Grade
Commodity
zinc
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
KTN

Geometry

Grade
0.3
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
8.3 m
True Width
4.15 m
From
238.7 m
To
247 m
Intercept Depth
238.7 m

Classification

Deposit Type
epithermal
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
CDH-26-260:238.7-247
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Global
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
2026-09-22T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept of 0.3% zinc over 8.30 meters, while a weak grade, contributes to the polymetallic nature of the mineralization within the B2 Vein system.

Positive factors

  • Good intercept length (8.3 m) with good true width (4.15 m)
  • Intersection in the B2 Vein system, indicating broader mineralization

Evidence · text

“209 gpt silver, 0.1% lead, 0.3% zinc over 8.30 meters (4.15m etw) from 238.7 meters downhole in the B2 Vein system”

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.

Why it applies: true_width_m is 4.15

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"

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