# Metalsource Mining Extends High Grade Mineralization at Depth as Silver Hill Exploration Enters Major Expansion Phase

Canonical Atlas analysis: https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20

Original source: https://investingnews.com/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exploration-enters-major-expansion-phase/

Publisher: investingnews

Original announcement: 2026-09-16T11:30:00.000Z

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Atlas analysis published: 2026-09-16T15:22:02.710Z

Atlas analysis updated: 2026-09-16T15:22:02.710Z

- Company: Metalsource Mining Inc.

- Ticker: MSM

- Exchange: CSE

- Region: North Carolina

- Primary commodity: Silver

- Secondary commodities: Gold, Lead, Zinc, Copper

- Document categories: Drill results

- Extracted: 2026-09-16 15:22:03 UTC

Narrative sentiment: 0.80 · Bullish

## Minestarters Atlas summary

Metalsource Mining announced new assay results from its Silver Hill project, extending high-grade polymetallic mineralization at depth. Holes SH26-22 and SH26-23 returned significant silver equivalent intercepts, including high-grade sub-intervals with exceptional lead and zinc values. The company is preparing for a major expansion phase with larger step-out drilling and testing of new IP anomalies.

Reasoning: New drill results from holes SH26-22 and SH26-23 at Silver Hill demonstrate high-grade polymetallic mineralization at depth, with sub-intervals showing exceptional grades for lead \(up to 17.1%\) and zinc \(up to 23.6%\) that significantly surpass previous bests, confirming continuity and expanding the mineralized footprint in an ongoing exploration program.

- Positive factor: High-grade polymetallic intercepts, particularly for lead and zinc, exceeding prior best results.

- Positive factor: Extension of mineralization at depth confirming continuity.

- Positive factor: Successful step-out drilling expanding the known mineralized footprint.

- Positive factor: Transparent disclosure of metal equivalent calculation assumptions.

- Positive factor: Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed with QP sign-off and certified laboratory use.

- Positive factor: Plans for significantly larger step-out drilling and testing new IP targets indicate strong future exploration potential.

- Negative factor: True width of intercepts is not yet estimated, potentially overstating thickness.

Low confidence — this extraction should be reviewed alongside the original source.

Facts used in scoring: 25

## Classification and evidence

**Bonanza Intercept**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: The sub-interval in SH26-22 returned 1.37m at 17.1% Pb and 23.6% Zn, and the sub-interval in SH26-23 returned 1.86m at 18.2% Zn, which are exceptionally high grades for these metals, significantly exceeding prior best results.

Evidence · table

> 1.37 \| 3.0 \| 157.6 \| 17.1 \| 23.6 \| 0.4 \| 930

Context: 251.61

**Step-Out Extension**

Polarity: positive

Definition: Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Why it applies: The document states that 'ongoing step out drilling expands Silver Hill' and 'Metalsource is actively stepping out from the known Silver Hill mineralization to test its continuation into previously untested ground'.

Evidence · text

> ongoing step out drilling expands Silver Hill

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

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

Why it applies: The release details QA/QC protocols including standards, blanks, and duplicates, names ALS Geochemistry as the certified laboratory, and states that a Qualified Person \(Darcy Vis, P.Geo.\) reviewed and approved the technical information.

Evidence · text

> Metalsource QA/QC protocols are maintained through the insertion of certified reference material \(standards\), blanks, and duplicates within the sample stream. ... Analytical testing is performed by ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\). ... All scientific and technical information has been reviewed and approved by Darcy Vis, B.Sc., P.Geo., ... and a Qualified Person as defined under National Instrument \("NI"\) 43-101

**Apparent Width Only**

Polarity: negative

Definition: Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Why it applies: The document explicitly states that 'Additional data is needed to estimate the true width of intercepts at this stage of the project'.

Evidence · text

> Additional data is needed to estimate the true width of intercepts at this stage of the project.

## Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 25. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

## Drill Results (25)

### SH26-22

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-0)

Silver Hill · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-22
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: gold
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1.4
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 7.32 m
- From: 245.67 m
- To: 252.98 m
- Hole Depth: 285 m
- Intercept Depth: 245.67 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-22:245.67-252.98

#### Location

- Easting: 572168
- Northing: 3951658
- Elevation: 213 m
- Azimuth: 111 °
- Dip: -86 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 261
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This gold intercept is part of a significant polymetallic zone in step-out drilling, contributing to the overall positive results and extension of mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Part of a broader polymetallic intercept extending mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 1.4

Context: 7.32

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

### SH26-22

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-1)

Silver Hill · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-22
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: silver
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 33.7
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 7.32 m
- From: 245.67 m
- To: 252.98 m
- Hole Depth: 285 m
- Intercept Depth: 245.67 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-22:245.67-252.98

#### Location

- Easting: 572168
- Northing: 3951658
- Elevation: 213 m
- Azimuth: 111 °
- Dip: -86 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 261
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This silver intercept is part of a significant polymetallic zone in step-out drilling, contributing to the overall positive results and extension of mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Part of a broader polymetallic intercept extending mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 33.7

Context: 7.32

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

### SH26-22

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-2)

Silver Hill · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-22
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: lead
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 3.7
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 7.32 m
- From: 245.67 m
- To: 252.98 m
- Hole Depth: 285 m
- Intercept Depth: 245.67 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-22:245.67-252.98

#### Location

- Easting: 572168
- Northing: 3951658
- Elevation: 213 m
- Azimuth: 111 °
- Dip: -86 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 261
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This lead intercept is part of a significant polymetallic zone in step-out drilling, contributing to the overall positive results and extension of mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Part of a broader polymetallic intercept extending mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 3.7

Context: 7.32

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

### SH26-22

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-3)

Silver Hill · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-22
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 5.4
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 7.32 m
- From: 245.67 m
- To: 252.98 m
- Hole Depth: 285 m
- Intercept Depth: 245.67 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-22:245.67-252.98

#### Location

- Easting: 572168
- Northing: 3951658
- Elevation: 213 m
- Azimuth: 111 °
- Dip: -86 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 261
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This zinc intercept is part of a significant polymetallic zone in step-out drilling, contributing to the overall positive results and extension of mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Part of a broader polymetallic intercept extending mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 5.4

Context: 7.32

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

### SH26-22

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-4)

Silver Hill · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-22
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: copper
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.1
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 7.32 m
- From: 245.67 m
- To: 252.98 m
- Hole Depth: 285 m
- Intercept Depth: 245.67 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-22:245.67-252.98

#### Location

- Easting: 572168
- Northing: 3951658
- Elevation: 213 m
- Azimuth: 111 °
- Dip: -86 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 261
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This copper intercept is part of a significant polymetallic zone in step-out drilling, contributing to the overall positive results and extension of mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Part of a broader polymetallic intercept extending mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 0.1

Context: 7.32

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

### SH26-22

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-5)

Silver Hill · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-22
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: gold
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 3
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1.37 m
- From: 251.61 m
- To: 252.98 m
- Hole Depth: 285 m
- Intercept Depth: 251.61 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-22:251.61-252.98

#### Location

- Easting: 572168
- Northing: 3951658
- Elevation: 213 m
- Azimuth: 111 °
- Dip: -86 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 930
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade gold sub-interval contributes to the exceptional polymetallic results, demonstrating strong mineralization at depth and enhancing the overall prospectivity.

- Positive factor: High-grade sub-interval within a broader polymetallic zone, extending mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 3.0

Context: 1.37

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

### SH26-22

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-6)

Silver Hill · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-22
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: silver
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 157.6
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1.37 m
- From: 251.61 m
- To: 252.98 m
- Hole Depth: 285 m
- Intercept Depth: 251.61 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-22:251.61-252.98

#### Location

- Easting: 572168
- Northing: 3951658
- Elevation: 213 m
- Azimuth: 111 °
- Dip: -86 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 930
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade silver sub-interval contributes to the exceptional polymetallic results, demonstrating strong mineralization at depth and enhancing the overall prospectivity.

- Positive factor: High-grade sub-interval within a broader polymetallic zone, extending mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 157.6

Context: 1.37

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

### SH26-22

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-7)

Silver Hill · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-22
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: lead
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 17.1
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.37 m
- From: 251.61 m
- To: 252.98 m
- Hole Depth: 285 m
- Intercept Depth: 251.61 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-22:251.61-252.98

#### Location

- Easting: 572168
- Northing: 3951658
- Elevation: 213 m
- Azimuth: 111 °
- Dip: -86 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 930
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This bonanza-grade lead sub-interval is a standout result, demonstrating very strong polymetallic mineralization at depth and significantly enhancing the project's prospectivity.

- Positive factor: Exceptional high-grade sub-interval for lead, significantly exceeding prior best results.

- Positive factor: Part of a broader polymetallic zone extending mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 17.1

Context: 1.37

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

### SH26-22

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-8)

Silver Hill · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-22
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 23.6
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.37 m
- From: 251.61 m
- To: 252.98 m
- Hole Depth: 285 m
- Intercept Depth: 251.61 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-22:251.61-252.98

#### Location

- Easting: 572168
- Northing: 3951658
- Elevation: 213 m
- Azimuth: 111 °
- Dip: -86 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 930
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This bonanza-grade zinc sub-interval is a standout result, demonstrating very strong polymetallic mineralization at depth and significantly enhancing the project's prospectivity.

- Positive factor: Exceptional high-grade sub-interval for zinc, significantly exceeding prior best results.

- Positive factor: Part of a broader polymetallic zone extending mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 23.6

Context: 1.37

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

### SH26-22

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-9)

Silver Hill · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-22
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: copper
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.4
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.37 m
- From: 251.61 m
- To: 252.98 m
- Hole Depth: 285 m
- Intercept Depth: 251.61 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-22:251.61-252.98

#### Location

- Easting: 572168
- Northing: 3951658
- Elevation: 213 m
- Azimuth: 111 °
- Dip: -86 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 930
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade copper sub-interval contributes to the exceptional polymetallic results, demonstrating strong mineralization at depth and enhancing the overall prospectivity.

- Positive factor: High-grade sub-interval within a broader polymetallic zone, extending mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 0.4

Context: 1.37

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

### SH26-23

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-10)

Silver Hill · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-23
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: gold
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.9
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 12.31 m
- From: 246.8 m
- To: 259.11 m
- Hole Depth: 288 m
- Intercept Depth: 246.8 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-23:246.8-259.11

#### Location

- Easting: 572168
- Northing: 3951658
- Elevation: 213 m
- Azimuth: 71 °
- Dip: -87 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 140
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This gold intercept is part of a significant polymetallic zone in step-out drilling, contributing to the overall positive results and extension of mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Part of a broader polymetallic intercept extending mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 0.9

Context: 12.31

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

### SH26-23

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-11)

Silver Hill · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-23
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: silver
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 12
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 12.31 m
- From: 246.8 m
- To: 259.11 m
- Hole Depth: 288 m
- Intercept Depth: 246.8 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-23:246.8-259.11

#### Location

- Easting: 572168
- Northing: 3951658
- Elevation: 213 m
- Azimuth: 71 °
- Dip: -87 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 140
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This silver intercept is part of a significant polymetallic zone in step-out drilling, contributing to the overall positive results and extension of mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Part of a broader polymetallic intercept extending mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 12.0

Context: 12.31

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

### SH26-23

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-12)

Silver Hill · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-23
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: lead
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 1
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 12.31 m
- From: 246.8 m
- To: 259.11 m
- Hole Depth: 288 m
- Intercept Depth: 246.8 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-23:246.8-259.11

#### Location

- Easting: 572168
- Northing: 3951658
- Elevation: 213 m
- Azimuth: 71 °
- Dip: -87 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 140
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This lead intercept is part of a significant polymetallic zone in step-out drilling, contributing to the overall positive results and extension of mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Part of a broader polymetallic intercept extending mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 1.0

Context: 12.31

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

### SH26-23

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-13)

Silver Hill · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-23
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 3.3
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 12.31 m
- From: 246.8 m
- To: 259.11 m
- Hole Depth: 288 m
- Intercept Depth: 246.8 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-23:246.8-259.11

#### Location

- Easting: 572168
- Northing: 3951658
- Elevation: 213 m
- Azimuth: 71 °
- Dip: -87 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 140
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This zinc intercept is part of a significant polymetallic zone in step-out drilling, contributing to the overall positive results and extension of mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Part of a broader polymetallic intercept extending mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 3.3

Context: 12.31

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

### SH26-23

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-14)

Silver Hill · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-23
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: copper
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 12.31 m
- From: 246.8 m
- To: 259.11 m
- Hole Depth: 288 m
- Intercept Depth: 246.8 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-23:246.8-259.11

#### Location

- Easting: 572168
- Northing: 3951658
- Elevation: 213 m
- Azimuth: 71 °
- Dip: -87 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 140
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This copper intercept is part of a significant polymetallic zone in step-out drilling, contributing to the overall positive results and extension of mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Part of a broader polymetallic intercept extending mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 0.0

Context: 12.31

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

### SH26-23

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-15)

Silver Hill · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-23
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: gold
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 5.7
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1.86 m
- From: 257.25 m
- To: 259.11 m
- Hole Depth: 288 m
- Intercept Depth: 257.25 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-23:257.25-259.11

#### Location

- Easting: 572168
- Northing: 3951658
- Elevation: 213 m
- Azimuth: 71 °
- Dip: -87 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 833
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade gold sub-interval contributes to the exceptional polymetallic results, demonstrating strong mineralization at depth and enhancing the overall prospectivity.

- Positive factor: High-grade sub-interval within a broader polymetallic zone, extending mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 5.7

Context: 1.86

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

### SH26-23

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-16)

Silver Hill · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-23
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: silver
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 70.3
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 1.86 m
- From: 257.25 m
- To: 259.11 m
- Hole Depth: 288 m
- Intercept Depth: 257.25 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-23:257.25-259.11

#### Location

- Easting: 572168
- Northing: 3951658
- Elevation: 213 m
- Azimuth: 71 °
- Dip: -87 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 833
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade silver sub-interval contributes to the exceptional polymetallic results, demonstrating strong mineralization at depth and enhancing the overall prospectivity.

- Positive factor: High-grade sub-interval within a broader polymetallic zone, extending mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 70.3

Context: 1.86

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

### SH26-23

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-17)

Silver Hill · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-23
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: lead
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 5.7
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.86 m
- From: 257.25 m
- To: 259.11 m
- Hole Depth: 288 m
- Intercept Depth: 257.25 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-23:257.25-259.11

#### Location

- Easting: 572168
- Northing: 3951658
- Elevation: 213 m
- Azimuth: 71 °
- Dip: -87 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 833
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade lead sub-interval contributes to the exceptional polymetallic results, demonstrating strong mineralization at depth and enhancing the overall prospectivity.

- Positive factor: High-grade sub-interval within a broader polymetallic zone, extending mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 5.7

Context: 1.86

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

### SH26-23

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-18)

Silver Hill · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-23
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 18.2
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.86 m
- From: 257.25 m
- To: 259.11 m
- Hole Depth: 288 m
- Intercept Depth: 257.25 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-23:257.25-259.11

#### Location

- Easting: 572168
- Northing: 3951658
- Elevation: 213 m
- Azimuth: 71 °
- Dip: -87 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 833
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This bonanza-grade zinc sub-interval is a standout result, demonstrating very strong polymetallic mineralization at depth and significantly enhancing the project's prospectivity.

- Positive factor: Exceptional high-grade sub-interval for zinc, significantly exceeding prior best results.

- Positive factor: Part of a broader polymetallic zone extending mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 18.2

Context: 1.86

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

### SH26-23

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-19)

Silver Hill · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-23
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: copper
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0.1
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 1.86 m
- From: 257.25 m
- To: 259.11 m
- Hole Depth: 288 m
- Intercept Depth: 257.25 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-23:257.25-259.11

#### Location

- Easting: 572168
- Northing: 3951658
- Elevation: 213 m
- Azimuth: 71 °
- Dip: -87 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 833
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade copper sub-interval contributes to the exceptional polymetallic results, demonstrating strong mineralization at depth and enhancing the overall prospectivity.

- Positive factor: High-grade sub-interval within a broader polymetallic zone, extending mineralization at depth.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 0.1

Context: 1.86

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

### SH26-06

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-20)

Silver Hill · gold

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-06
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: gold
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 3.1
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 0.4 m
- From: 119.3 m
- To: 119.69 m
- Hole Depth: 154 m
- Intercept Depth: 119.3 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-06:119.3-119.69

#### Location

- Easting: 572280
- Northing: 3951624
- Elevation: 222 m
- Azimuth: 129 °
- Dip: -51 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 236
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This narrow, high-grade gold intercept provides additional geological information but is less material than the broader polymetallic zones.

- Positive factor: High-grade gold intercept.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: Very narrow intercept length.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 3.1

Context: 0.40

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

### SH26-06

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-21)

Silver Hill · silver

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-06
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: silver
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 2.6
- Grade Unit: g/t
- Intercept: 0.4 m
- From: 119.3 m
- To: 119.69 m
- Hole Depth: 154 m
- Intercept Depth: 119.3 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-06:119.3-119.69

#### Location

- Easting: 572280
- Northing: 3951624
- Elevation: 222 m
- Azimuth: 129 °
- Dip: -51 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 236
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This very narrow, low-grade silver intercept provides minimal additional geological information compared to the broader polymetallic zones.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: Very low silver grade.

- Negative factor: Very narrow intercept length.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 2.6

Context: 0.40

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

### SH26-06

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-22)

Silver Hill · lead

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-06
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: lead
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 0.4 m
- From: 119.3 m
- To: 119.69 m
- Hole Depth: 154 m
- Intercept Depth: 119.3 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-06:119.3-119.69

#### Location

- Easting: 572280
- Northing: 3951624
- Elevation: 222 m
- Azimuth: 129 °
- Dip: -51 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 236
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This very narrow intercept shows no lead mineralization, providing minimal positive geological information.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: No lead mineralization.

- Negative factor: Very narrow intercept length.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 0.0

Context: 0.40

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

### SH26-06

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-23)

Silver Hill · zinc

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-06
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: zinc
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 0.4 m
- From: 119.3 m
- To: 119.69 m
- Hole Depth: 154 m
- Intercept Depth: 119.3 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-06:119.3-119.69

#### Location

- Easting: 572280
- Northing: 3951624
- Elevation: 222 m
- Azimuth: 129 °
- Dip: -51 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 236
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This very narrow intercept shows no zinc mineralization, providing minimal positive geological information.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: No zinc mineralization.

- Negative factor: Very narrow intercept length.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 0.0

Context: 0.40

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

### SH26-06

[Link to this fact](https://atlas-staging.minestarters.com/news/metalsource-mining-extends-high-grade-mineralization-at-depth-as-silver-hill-exp--7b38e727-8c37-4ef7-82b3-1a134a53ce20#fact-drill-facts-24)

Silver Hill · copper

#### Identity

- Hole ID: SH26-06
- Project: Silver Hill
- Commodity: copper
- Region: north carolina
- Reported Region: north carolina
- Ticker: MSM

#### Geometry

- Grade: 0
- Grade Unit: %
- Intercept: 0.4 m
- From: 119.3 m
- To: 119.69 m
- Hole Depth: 154 m
- Intercept Depth: 119.3 m

#### Classification

- Program: exploration
- Sample Type: drill
- Group ID: SH26-06:119.3-119.69

#### Location

- Easting: 572280
- Northing: 3951624
- Elevation: 222 m
- Azimuth: 129 °
- Dip: -51 °
- Loc. Confidence: high
- Loc. Source: document

#### QA/QC

- Laboratory: ALS Geochemistry \(Reno, NV\) and ALS Canada \(Vancouver, BC\)
- QA/QC Disclosed: Yes
- QP Signed: Yes
- QA/QC Methods: standards, blanks, duplicates

#### Metal Equivalent

- Metal Eq. Grade: 236
- Metal Eq. Unit: g/t AgEq
- Assumptions Disclosed: Yes

#### Review

- Needs Review: No
- Interp. Status: scored
- Historical: No

#### Dates

- Event date: 2026-09-16T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This very narrow intercept shows no copper mineralization, providing minimal positive geological information.

- Positive factor: Transparent metal equivalent calculation and strong QA/QC.

- Negative factor: No copper mineralization.

- Negative factor: Very narrow intercept length.

- Negative factor: True width not estimated.

Evidence · table

> 0.0

Context: 0.40

#### Tags used in scoring

**QA/QC Disclosed**

Polarity: positive

Definition: 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 Undisclosed**

Polarity: negative

Definition: High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.

Why it applies: no cutoff\_grade was stated

**Nearology Play**

Polarity: neutral

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

Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "Corporate info Insights Growth strategies Upcoming projects GET YOUR FREE INVESTOR KIT Interactive Chart Latest Press Re"

## How Atlas produces this analysis

Minestarters Atlas uses automated extraction to summarize mining announcements, identify reported measurements, and classify supporting evidence. Sentiment reflects the extracted narrative and classification rules; it is an interpretation, not a reported measurement. Evidence quotes and context are provided where available. Missing data, low-confidence results, and review flags indicate limitations. Check the original publisher announcement before relying on an interpretation.