Second Porphyry Discovery Confirmed at La Verde
Original announcement by tmx on
- Company
- Hot Chili
- Ticker
- HCH
- Exchange
- TSX
- Region
- Chile's coastal Atacama region
- Primary commodity
- Copper
- Secondary commodities
- Gold, Silver, Molybdenum
- Document categories
- Drill results
- Extracted
- 2026-10-21 10:19:55 UTC
Analysis by Minestarters Atlas
Atlas analysis published:
Minestarters Atlas analysis
Summary
Hot Chili has confirmed a second porphyry discovery, La Verde South, at its La Verde project in Chile, significantly expanding the project's growth potential. Step-out drill hole DKP084 returned 148 meters grading 0.44% CuEq (0.39% Cu, 0.07 g/t Au) from 36 meters, including a higher-grade zone. A second hole, DKD100, visually confirmed 307 meters of copper porphyry-style mineralization, with assay results pending.
Reasoning: Hot Chili has confirmed a second porphyry center at La Verde South with broad, strong copper intercepts from step-out drilling, significantly expanding the project's potential. While one hole's results are visual estimates, the overall discovery is highly material and novel, backed by robust reporting standards.
Positive factors
- Second porphyry discovery confirmed, significantly expanding the project's potential
- Broad, strong copper intercepts in step-out drilling (DKP084)
- Visual confirmation of significant oxide and sulphide mineralization in DKD100, extending the discovery further south
- QP/CP sign-off and JORC/NI 43-101 compliance for reporting
- Clear disclosure of metal equivalent calculation and assumptions
- Project is already a top-five independent copper development by scale
Negative factors
- DKD100 results are visual estimates only; assays are pending, reducing confidence in that specific hole's economic potential until lab results are available
- No true width reported for the intercepts
Facts used in scoring: 18
Extracted facts
Stored fact records: 18. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.
Drill Results (18)
DKP084La Verde South · copperGrade: 0.44Grade Unit: %Intercept: 148 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- DKP084
- Project
- La Verde South
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- HCH
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.44
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 148 m
- From
- 36 m
- To
- 184 m
- Hole Depth
- 366 m
- Intercept Depth
- 36 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- DKP084:36-184
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 324417
- Northing
- 6785322
- Elevation
- 1186 m
- Azimuth
- 75 °
- Dip
- -62 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.44
- Metal Eq. Unit
- % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 30 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This broad intercept confirms a new porphyry discovery with strong copper equivalent grades, indicating significant potential for expansion.
Positive factors
- Broad intercept length
- Strong grade for porphyry copper
- Successful step-out drilling confirming new discovery
- Metal equivalent assumptions disclosed
Negative factors
- Apparent width only
Evidence · table
“0.44”
Context: 148
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The upcoming addition of a maiden MRE for La Verde, and now confirmation of a much larger discovery than first recognise"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Reason: The drill hole DKP084 is described as a 'First step-out Reverse Circulation (RC) drill hole' located approximately 250 m to the south of existing mineralization, confirming a new porphyry center.
Evidence · text
“First step-out Reverse Circulation (RC) drill hole DKP084 , located approximately 250 m to the south of La Verde's +0.4% Cu mineralisation footprint, has delivered: 148 m grading 0.44% CuEq 1 (0.39% Cu, 0.07 g/t Au) from 36 m”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release states that assay results will be reported in accordance with JORC Code (2012) and NI 43-101, and sampling methodologies are described in JORC Table 1.
Evidence · text
“Assay results are pending and will be reported in accordance with the JORC Code (2012) and National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. Sampling methodologies are described in the attached JORC Table 1.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: The notes to Table 1 explicitly state the nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and mention that reported intersections may include internal dilution up to 30m.
Evidence · text
“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width, where the overall weighted average grade of the intersection remains above the cut-off grade.”
DKP084La Verde South · copperGrade: 0.39Grade Unit: %Intercept: 148 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- DKP084
- Project
- La Verde South
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- HCH
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.39
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 148 m
- From
- 36 m
- To
- 184 m
- Hole Depth
- 366 m
- Intercept Depth
- 36 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- DKP084:36-184
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 324417
- Northing
- 6785322
- Elevation
- 1186 m
- Azimuth
- 75 °
- Dip
- -62 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.44
- Metal Eq. Unit
- % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 30 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This broad intercept of 0.39% Cu over 148m is a strong result for a porphyry copper deposit, contributing to the confirmation of a new discovery.
Positive factors
- Broad intercept length
- Strong grade for porphyry copper
- Successful step-out drilling confirming new discovery
Negative factors
- Apparent width only
Evidence · table
“0.39”
Context: 148
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The upcoming addition of a maiden MRE for La Verde, and now confirmation of a much larger discovery than first recognise"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Reason: The drill hole DKP084 is described as a 'First step-out Reverse Circulation (RC) drill hole' located approximately 250 m to the south of existing mineralization, confirming a new porphyry center.
Evidence · text
“First step-out Reverse Circulation (RC) drill hole DKP084 , located approximately 250 m to the south of La Verde's +0.4% Cu mineralisation footprint, has delivered: 148 m grading 0.44% CuEq 1 (0.39% Cu, 0.07 g/t Au) from 36 m”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release states that assay results will be reported in accordance with JORC Code (2012) and NI 43-101, and sampling methodologies are described in JORC Table 1.
Evidence · text
“Assay results are pending and will be reported in accordance with the JORC Code (2012) and National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. Sampling methodologies are described in the attached JORC Table 1.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: The notes to Table 1 explicitly state the nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and mention that reported intersections may include internal dilution up to 30m.
Evidence · text
“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width, where the overall weighted average grade of the intersection remains above the cut-off grade.”
DKP084La Verde South · goldGrade: 0.07Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 148 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- DKP084
- Project
- La Verde South
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- HCH
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.07
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 148 m
- From
- 36 m
- To
- 184 m
- Hole Depth
- 366 m
- Intercept Depth
- 36 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- DKP084:36-184
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 324417
- Northing
- 6785322
- Elevation
- 1186 m
- Azimuth
- 75 °
- Dip
- -62 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.44
- Metal Eq. Unit
- % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 30 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The gold grade of 0.07 g/t over 148m is below the weak threshold for porphyry gold, but contributes to the overall polymetallic nature of the discovery.
Positive factors
- Broad intercept length
- Successful step-out drilling confirming new discovery
Negative factors
- Low gold grade for porphyry
- Apparent width only
Evidence · table
“0.07”
Context: 148
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The upcoming addition of a maiden MRE for La Verde, and now confirmation of a much larger discovery than first recognise"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Reason: The drill hole DKP084 is described as a 'First step-out Reverse Circulation (RC) drill hole' located approximately 250 m to the south of existing mineralization, confirming a new porphyry center.
Evidence · text
“First step-out Reverse Circulation (RC) drill hole DKP084 , located approximately 250 m to the south of La Verde's +0.4% Cu mineralisation footprint, has delivered: 148 m grading 0.44% CuEq 1 (0.39% Cu, 0.07 g/t Au) from 36 m”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release states that assay results will be reported in accordance with JORC Code (2012) and NI 43-101, and sampling methodologies are described in JORC Table 1.
Evidence · text
“Assay results are pending and will be reported in accordance with the JORC Code (2012) and National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. Sampling methodologies are described in the attached JORC Table 1.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: The notes to Table 1 explicitly state the nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and mention that reported intersections may include internal dilution up to 30m.
Evidence · text
“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width, where the overall weighted average grade of the intersection remains above the cut-off grade.”
DKP084La Verde South · silverGrade: 1Grade Unit: ppm AgIntercept: 148 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- DKP084
- Project
- La Verde South
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- HCH
Geometry
- Grade
- 1
- Grade Unit
- ppm Ag
- Intercept
- 148 m
- From
- 36 m
- To
- 184 m
- Hole Depth
- 366 m
- Intercept Depth
- 36 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- DKP084:36-184
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 324417
- Northing
- 6785322
- Elevation
- 1186 m
- Azimuth
- 75 °
- Dip
- -62 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.44
- Metal Eq. Unit
- % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 30 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The silver grade of 1.0 ppm over 148m is a positive byproduct credit and contributes to the overall polymetallic nature of the discovery.
Positive factors
- Broad intercept length
- Silver grade above project average
- Successful step-out drilling confirming new discovery
Negative factors
- Apparent width only
Evidence · table
“1.0”
Context: 148
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The upcoming addition of a maiden MRE for La Verde, and now confirmation of a much larger discovery than first recognise"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Reason: The drill hole DKP084 is described as a 'First step-out Reverse Circulation (RC) drill hole' located approximately 250 m to the south of existing mineralization, confirming a new porphyry center.
Evidence · text
“First step-out Reverse Circulation (RC) drill hole DKP084 , located approximately 250 m to the south of La Verde's +0.4% Cu mineralisation footprint, has delivered: 148 m grading 0.44% CuEq 1 (0.39% Cu, 0.07 g/t Au) from 36 m”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release states that assay results will be reported in accordance with JORC Code (2012) and NI 43-101, and sampling methodologies are described in JORC Table 1.
Evidence · text
“Assay results are pending and will be reported in accordance with the JORC Code (2012) and National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. Sampling methodologies are described in the attached JORC Table 1.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: The notes to Table 1 explicitly state the nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and mention that reported intersections may include internal dilution up to 30m.
Evidence · text
“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width, where the overall weighted average grade of the intersection remains above the cut-off grade.”
DKP084La Verde South · molybdenumGrade: 8Grade Unit: ppm MoIntercept: 148 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- DKP084
- Project
- La Verde South
- Commodity
- molybdenum
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- HCH
Geometry
- Grade
- 8
- Grade Unit
- ppm Mo
- Intercept
- 148 m
- From
- 36 m
- To
- 184 m
- Hole Depth
- 366 m
- Intercept Depth
- 36 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- DKP084:36-184
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 324417
- Northing
- 6785322
- Elevation
- 1186 m
- Azimuth
- 75 °
- Dip
- -62 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.44
- Metal Eq. Unit
- % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 30 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The molybdenum grade of 8 ppm over 148m is low compared to the project average, but is a minor component of the polymetallic mineralization.
Positive factors
- Broad intercept length
- Successful step-out drilling confirming new discovery
Negative factors
- Low molybdenum grade
- Apparent width only
Evidence · table
“8”
Context: 148
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The upcoming addition of a maiden MRE for La Verde, and now confirmation of a much larger discovery than first recognise"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Reason: The drill hole DKP084 is described as a 'First step-out Reverse Circulation (RC) drill hole' located approximately 250 m to the south of existing mineralization, confirming a new porphyry center.
Evidence · text
“First step-out Reverse Circulation (RC) drill hole DKP084 , located approximately 250 m to the south of La Verde's +0.4% Cu mineralisation footprint, has delivered: 148 m grading 0.44% CuEq 1 (0.39% Cu, 0.07 g/t Au) from 36 m”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release states that assay results will be reported in accordance with JORC Code (2012) and NI 43-101, and sampling methodologies are described in JORC Table 1.
Evidence · text
“Assay results are pending and will be reported in accordance with the JORC Code (2012) and National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. Sampling methodologies are described in the attached JORC Table 1.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: The notes to Table 1 explicitly state the nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and mention that reported intersections may include internal dilution up to 30m.
Evidence · text
“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width, where the overall weighted average grade of the intersection remains above the cut-off grade.”
DKP084La Verde South · copperGrade: 0.56Grade Unit: %Intercept: 44 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- DKP084
- Project
- La Verde South
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- HCH
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.56
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 44 m
- From
- 138 m
- To
- 182 m
- Hole Depth
- 366 m
- Intercept Depth
- 36 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- DKP084:138-182
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 324417
- Northing
- 6785322
- Elevation
- 1186 m
- Azimuth
- 75 °
- Dip
- -62 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.56
- Metal Eq. Unit
- % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 30 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade included intercept further strengthens the positive results from the new porphyry discovery at La Verde South.
Positive factors
- High grade for porphyry copper
- Successful step-out drilling confirming new discovery
- Metal equivalent assumptions disclosed
Negative factors
- Apparent width only
Evidence · table
“0.56”
Context: 44
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The upcoming addition of a maiden MRE for La Verde, and now confirmation of a much larger discovery than first recognise"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Reason: The drill hole DKP084 is described as a 'First step-out Reverse Circulation (RC) drill hole' located approximately 250 m to the south of existing mineralization, confirming a new porphyry center.
Evidence · text
“First step-out Reverse Circulation (RC) drill hole DKP084 , located approximately 250 m to the south of La Verde's +0.4% Cu mineralisation footprint, has delivered: 148 m grading 0.44% CuEq 1 (0.39% Cu, 0.07 g/t Au) from 36 m”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release states that assay results will be reported in accordance with JORC Code (2012) and NI 43-101, and sampling methodologies are described in JORC Table 1.
Evidence · text
“Assay results are pending and will be reported in accordance with the JORC Code (2012) and National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. Sampling methodologies are described in the attached JORC Table 1.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: The notes to Table 1 explicitly state the nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and mention that reported intersections may include internal dilution up to 30m.
Evidence · text
“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width, where the overall weighted average grade of the intersection remains above the cut-off grade.”
DKP084La Verde South · copperGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: %Intercept: 44 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- DKP084
- Project
- La Verde South
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- HCH
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.5
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 44 m
- From
- 138 m
- To
- 182 m
- Hole Depth
- 366 m
- Intercept Depth
- 36 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- DKP084:138-182
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 324417
- Northing
- 6785322
- Elevation
- 1186 m
- Azimuth
- 75 °
- Dip
- -62 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.56
- Metal Eq. Unit
- % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 30 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade included intercept of 0.50% Cu over 44m is a strong result for a porphyry copper deposit, further confirming the new discovery.
Positive factors
- High grade for porphyry copper
- Successful step-out drilling confirming new discovery
Negative factors
- Apparent width only
Evidence · table
“0.50”
Context: 44
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The upcoming addition of a maiden MRE for La Verde, and now confirmation of a much larger discovery than first recognise"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Reason: The drill hole DKP084 is described as a 'First step-out Reverse Circulation (RC) drill hole' located approximately 250 m to the south of existing mineralization, confirming a new porphyry center.
Evidence · text
“First step-out Reverse Circulation (RC) drill hole DKP084 , located approximately 250 m to the south of La Verde's +0.4% Cu mineralisation footprint, has delivered: 148 m grading 0.44% CuEq 1 (0.39% Cu, 0.07 g/t Au) from 36 m”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release states that assay results will be reported in accordance with JORC Code (2012) and NI 43-101, and sampling methodologies are described in JORC Table 1.
Evidence · text
“Assay results are pending and will be reported in accordance with the JORC Code (2012) and National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. Sampling methodologies are described in the attached JORC Table 1.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: The notes to Table 1 explicitly state the nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and mention that reported intersections may include internal dilution up to 30m.
Evidence · text
“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width, where the overall weighted average grade of the intersection remains above the cut-off grade.”
DKP084La Verde South · goldGrade: 0.06Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 44 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- DKP084
- Project
- La Verde South
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- HCH
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.06
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 44 m
- From
- 138 m
- To
- 182 m
- Hole Depth
- 366 m
- Intercept Depth
- 36 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- DKP084:138-182
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 324417
- Northing
- 6785322
- Elevation
- 1186 m
- Azimuth
- 75 °
- Dip
- -62 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.56
- Metal Eq. Unit
- % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 30 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The gold grade of 0.06 g/t over 44m is below the weak threshold for porphyry gold, but is part of a higher-grade copper equivalent zone.
Positive factors
- Successful step-out drilling confirming new discovery
Negative factors
- Low gold grade for porphyry
- Apparent width only
Evidence · table
“0.06”
Context: 44
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The upcoming addition of a maiden MRE for La Verde, and now confirmation of a much larger discovery than first recognise"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Reason: The drill hole DKP084 is described as a 'First step-out Reverse Circulation (RC) drill hole' located approximately 250 m to the south of existing mineralization, confirming a new porphyry center.
Evidence · text
“First step-out Reverse Circulation (RC) drill hole DKP084 , located approximately 250 m to the south of La Verde's +0.4% Cu mineralisation footprint, has delivered: 148 m grading 0.44% CuEq 1 (0.39% Cu, 0.07 g/t Au) from 36 m”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release states that assay results will be reported in accordance with JORC Code (2012) and NI 43-101, and sampling methodologies are described in JORC Table 1.
Evidence · text
“Assay results are pending and will be reported in accordance with the JORC Code (2012) and National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. Sampling methodologies are described in the attached JORC Table 1.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: The notes to Table 1 explicitly state the nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and mention that reported intersections may include internal dilution up to 30m.
Evidence · text
“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width, where the overall weighted average grade of the intersection remains above the cut-off grade.”
DKP084La Verde South · silverGrade: 1.8Grade Unit: ppm AgIntercept: 44 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- DKP084
- Project
- La Verde South
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- HCH
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.8
- Grade Unit
- ppm Ag
- Intercept
- 44 m
- From
- 138 m
- To
- 182 m
- Hole Depth
- 366 m
- Intercept Depth
- 36 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- DKP084:138-182
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 324417
- Northing
- 6785322
- Elevation
- 1186 m
- Azimuth
- 75 °
- Dip
- -62 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.56
- Metal Eq. Unit
- % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 30 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The silver grade of 1.8 ppm over 44m is a strong byproduct credit, well above the project average, and contributes positively to the new discovery.
Positive factors
- Silver grade significantly above project average
- Successful step-out drilling confirming new discovery
Negative factors
- Apparent width only
Evidence · table
“1.8”
Context: 44
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The upcoming addition of a maiden MRE for La Verde, and now confirmation of a much larger discovery than first recognise"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Reason: The drill hole DKP084 is described as a 'First step-out Reverse Circulation (RC) drill hole' located approximately 250 m to the south of existing mineralization, confirming a new porphyry center.
Evidence · text
“First step-out Reverse Circulation (RC) drill hole DKP084 , located approximately 250 m to the south of La Verde's +0.4% Cu mineralisation footprint, has delivered: 148 m grading 0.44% CuEq 1 (0.39% Cu, 0.07 g/t Au) from 36 m”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release states that assay results will be reported in accordance with JORC Code (2012) and NI 43-101, and sampling methodologies are described in JORC Table 1.
Evidence · text
“Assay results are pending and will be reported in accordance with the JORC Code (2012) and National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. Sampling methodologies are described in the attached JORC Table 1.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: The notes to Table 1 explicitly state the nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and mention that reported intersections may include internal dilution up to 30m.
Evidence · text
“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width, where the overall weighted average grade of the intersection remains above the cut-off grade.”
DKP084La Verde South · molybdenumGrade: 8Grade Unit: ppm MoIntercept: 44 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- DKP084
- Project
- La Verde South
- Commodity
- molybdenum
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- HCH
Geometry
- Grade
- 8
- Grade Unit
- ppm Mo
- Intercept
- 44 m
- From
- 138 m
- To
- 182 m
- Hole Depth
- 366 m
- Intercept Depth
- 36 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- DKP084:138-182
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 324417
- Northing
- 6785322
- Elevation
- 1186 m
- Azimuth
- 75 °
- Dip
- -62 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.56
- Metal Eq. Unit
- % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 30 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The molybdenum grade of 8 ppm over 44m is low compared to the project average, but is a minor component of the polymetallic mineralization within a higher-grade copper equivalent zone.
Positive factors
- Successful step-out drilling confirming new discovery
Negative factors
- Low molybdenum grade
- Apparent width only
Evidence · table
“8”
Context: 44
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The upcoming addition of a maiden MRE for La Verde, and now confirmation of a much larger discovery than first recognise"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Step-Out ExtensionRejected · positive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Reason: The drill hole DKP084 is described as a 'First step-out Reverse Circulation (RC) drill hole' located approximately 250 m to the south of existing mineralization, confirming a new porphyry center.
Evidence · text
“First step-out Reverse Circulation (RC) drill hole DKP084 , located approximately 250 m to the south of La Verde's +0.4% Cu mineralisation footprint, has delivered: 148 m grading 0.44% CuEq 1 (0.39% Cu, 0.07 g/t Au) from 36 m”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release states that assay results will be reported in accordance with JORC Code (2012) and NI 43-101, and sampling methodologies are described in JORC Table 1.
Evidence · text
“Assay results are pending and will be reported in accordance with the JORC Code (2012) and National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. Sampling methodologies are described in the attached JORC Table 1.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: The notes to Table 1 explicitly state the nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and mention that reported intersections may include internal dilution up to 30m.
Evidence · text
“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width, where the overall weighted average grade of the intersection remains above the cut-off grade.”
DKP024La Verde South · copperGrade: 0.4Grade Unit: %Intercept: 114 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- DKP024
- Project
- La Verde South
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- HCH
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.4
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 114 m
- From
- 86 m
- To
- 200 m
- Intercept Depth
- 86 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- DKP024:86-200
- Mining Method
- open_pit
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.4
- Metal Eq. Unit
- % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 30 m
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2025-05-19T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This historical broad intercept of 0.4% CuEq over 114m is a strong result for a porphyry copper deposit, providing context for the current step-out drilling.
Positive factors
- Broad intercept length
- Strong grade for porphyry copper
- Metal equivalent assumptions disclosed
Negative factors
- Apparent width only
- Stale data re-release
Evidence · text
“DKP024, which recorded 114 m grading 0.4% CuEq (0.4% Cu) from 86 m”
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The upcoming addition of a maiden MRE for La Verde, and now confirmation of a much larger discovery than first recognise"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Stale Data Re-releaseRejected · negative
Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.
Reason: The results for DKP024 are explicitly stated as 'previously reported' and refer to an announcement dated 19 May 2025.
Evidence · text
“previously reported RC drill hole DKP024, which recorded 114 m grading 0.4% CuEq (0.4% Cu) from 86 m, including 52 m grading 0.5% CuEq (0.5% Cu, 0.1 g/t Au) from 96 m (see announcement dated 19 May 2025)”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release states that assay results will be reported in accordance with JORC Code (2012) and NI 43-101, and sampling methodologies are described in JORC Table 1.
Evidence · text
“Assay results are pending and will be reported in accordance with the JORC Code (2012) and National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. Sampling methodologies are described in the attached JORC Table 1.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: The notes to Table 1 explicitly state the nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and mention that reported intersections may include internal dilution up to 30m.
Evidence · text
“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width, where the overall weighted average grade of the intersection remains above the cut-off grade.”
DKP024La Verde South · copperGrade: 0.4Grade Unit: %Intercept: 114 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- DKP024
- Project
- La Verde South
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- HCH
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.4
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 114 m
- From
- 86 m
- To
- 200 m
- Intercept Depth
- 86 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- DKP024:86-200
- Mining Method
- open_pit
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.4
- Metal Eq. Unit
- % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 30 m
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2025-05-19T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This historical broad intercept of 0.4% Cu over 114m is a strong result for a porphyry copper deposit, providing context for the current step-out drilling.
Positive factors
- Broad intercept length
- Strong grade for porphyry copper
Negative factors
- Apparent width only
- Stale data re-release
Evidence · text
“DKP024, which recorded 114 m grading 0.4% CuEq (0.4% Cu) from 86 m”
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The upcoming addition of a maiden MRE for La Verde, and now confirmation of a much larger discovery than first recognise"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Stale Data Re-releaseRejected · negative
Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.
Reason: The results for DKP024 are explicitly stated as 'previously reported' and refer to an announcement dated 19 May 2025.
Evidence · text
“previously reported RC drill hole DKP024, which recorded 114 m grading 0.4% CuEq (0.4% Cu) from 86 m, including 52 m grading 0.5% CuEq (0.5% Cu, 0.1 g/t Au) from 96 m (see announcement dated 19 May 2025)”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release states that assay results will be reported in accordance with JORC Code (2012) and NI 43-101, and sampling methodologies are described in JORC Table 1.
Evidence · text
“Assay results are pending and will be reported in accordance with the JORC Code (2012) and National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. Sampling methodologies are described in the attached JORC Table 1.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: The notes to Table 1 explicitly state the nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and mention that reported intersections may include internal dilution up to 30m.
Evidence · text
“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width, where the overall weighted average grade of the intersection remains above the cut-off grade.”
DKP024La Verde South · copperGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: %Intercept: 52 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- DKP024
- Project
- La Verde South
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- HCH
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.5
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 52 m
- From
- 96 m
- To
- 148 m
- Intercept Depth
- 86 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- DKP024:96-148
- Mining Method
- open_pit
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.5
- Metal Eq. Unit
- % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 30 m
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2025-05-19T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This historical high-grade included intercept of 0.5% CuEq over 52m is a strong result for a porphyry copper deposit, providing context for the current step-out drilling.
Positive factors
- High grade for porphyry copper
- Metal equivalent assumptions disclosed
Negative factors
- Apparent width only
- Stale data re-release
Evidence · text
“including 52 m grading 0.5% CuEq (0.5% Cu, 0.1 g/t Au) from 96 m”
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The upcoming addition of a maiden MRE for La Verde, and now confirmation of a much larger discovery than first recognise"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Stale Data Re-releaseRejected · negative
Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.
Reason: The results for DKP024 are explicitly stated as 'previously reported' and refer to an announcement dated 19 May 2025.
Evidence · text
“previously reported RC drill hole DKP024, which recorded 114 m grading 0.4% CuEq (0.4% Cu) from 86 m, including 52 m grading 0.5% CuEq (0.5% Cu, 0.1 g/t Au) from 96 m (see announcement dated 19 May 2025)”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release states that assay results will be reported in accordance with JORC Code (2012) and NI 43-101, and sampling methodologies are described in JORC Table 1.
Evidence · text
“Assay results are pending and will be reported in accordance with the JORC Code (2012) and National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. Sampling methodologies are described in the attached JORC Table 1.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: The notes to Table 1 explicitly state the nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and mention that reported intersections may include internal dilution up to 30m.
Evidence · text
“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width, where the overall weighted average grade of the intersection remains above the cut-off grade.”
DKP024La Verde South · copperGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: %Intercept: 52 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- DKP024
- Project
- La Verde South
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- HCH
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.5
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 52 m
- From
- 96 m
- To
- 148 m
- Intercept Depth
- 86 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- DKP024:96-148
- Mining Method
- open_pit
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.5
- Metal Eq. Unit
- % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 30 m
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2025-05-19T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This historical high-grade included intercept of 0.5% Cu over 52m is a strong result for a porphyry copper deposit, providing context for the current step-out drilling.
Positive factors
- High grade for porphyry copper
Negative factors
- Apparent width only
- Stale data re-release
Evidence · text
“including 52 m grading 0.5% CuEq (0.5% Cu, 0.1 g/t Au) from 96 m”
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The upcoming addition of a maiden MRE for La Verde, and now confirmation of a much larger discovery than first recognise"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Stale Data Re-releaseRejected · negative
Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.
Reason: The results for DKP024 are explicitly stated as 'previously reported' and refer to an announcement dated 19 May 2025.
Evidence · text
“previously reported RC drill hole DKP024, which recorded 114 m grading 0.4% CuEq (0.4% Cu) from 86 m, including 52 m grading 0.5% CuEq (0.5% Cu, 0.1 g/t Au) from 96 m (see announcement dated 19 May 2025)”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release states that assay results will be reported in accordance with JORC Code (2012) and NI 43-101, and sampling methodologies are described in JORC Table 1.
Evidence · text
“Assay results are pending and will be reported in accordance with the JORC Code (2012) and National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. Sampling methodologies are described in the attached JORC Table 1.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: The notes to Table 1 explicitly state the nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and mention that reported intersections may include internal dilution up to 30m.
Evidence · text
“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width, where the overall weighted average grade of the intersection remains above the cut-off grade.”
DKP024La Verde South · goldGrade: 0.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 52 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- DKP024
- Project
- La Verde South
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- HCH
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.1
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 52 m
- From
- 96 m
- To
- 148 m
- Intercept Depth
- 86 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- DKP024:96-148
- Mining Method
- open_pit
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.5
- Metal Eq. Unit
- % CuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.2
- Cutoff Unit
- % Cu
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 30 m
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2025-05-19T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This historical gold grade of 0.1 g/t over 52m is below the weak threshold for porphyry gold, but is part of a higher-grade copper equivalent zone.
Negative factors
- Low gold grade for porphyry
- Apparent width only
- Stale data re-release
Evidence · text
“including 52 m grading 0.5% CuEq (0.5% Cu, 0.1 g/t Au) from 96 m”
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The upcoming addition of a maiden MRE for La Verde, and now confirmation of a much larger discovery than first recognise"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Stale Data Re-releaseRejected · negative
Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.
Reason: The results for DKP024 are explicitly stated as 'previously reported' and refer to an announcement dated 19 May 2025.
Evidence · text
“previously reported RC drill hole DKP024, which recorded 114 m grading 0.4% CuEq (0.4% Cu) from 86 m, including 52 m grading 0.5% CuEq (0.5% Cu, 0.1 g/t Au) from 96 m (see announcement dated 19 May 2025)”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: The release states that assay results will be reported in accordance with JORC Code (2012) and NI 43-101, and sampling methodologies are described in JORC Table 1.
Evidence · text
“Assay results are pending and will be reported in accordance with the JORC Code (2012) and National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects. Sampling methodologies are described in the attached JORC Table 1.”
Compositing TransparentRejected · positive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Reason: The notes to Table 1 explicitly state the nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu and mention that reported intersections may include internal dilution up to 30m.
Evidence · text
“Significant intercepts for La Verde are reported above a nominal cut-off grade of 0.20% Cu. Reported intersections may include internal dilution (intervals below 0.20% Cu), including zones exceeding 30 m downhole width, where the overall weighted average grade of the intersection remains above the cut-off grade.”
DKP084La Verde South · copperGrade: 0.39Grade Unit: %Intercept: 148 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- DKP084
- Project
- La Verde South
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- HCH
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.39
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 148 m
- Hole Depth
- 366 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Sample Type
- drill
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 324417
- Northing
- 6785322
- Elevation
- 1186 m
- Dip
- -62 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.44
- Metal Eq. Unit
- % cueq Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Compositing
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 0.39 % cu copper, reported in a unit the rubric does not cover (%).
Negative factors
- Grade unit % cu does not match the copper rubric unit %; not scored.
Evidence · table
“0.39”
Context: DKP084
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The upcoming addition of a maiden MRE for La Verde, and now confirmation of a much larger discovery than first recognise"
DKP084La Verde South · goldGrade: 0.07Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 148 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- DKP084
- Project
- La Verde South
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- HCH
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.07
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 148 m
- Hole Depth
- 366 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Sample Type
- drill
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 324417
- Northing
- 6785322
- Elevation
- 1186 m
- Dip
- -62 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.44
- Metal Eq. Unit
- % cueq Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Compositing
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 0.07 g/t au gold, reported in a unit the rubric does not cover (g/t).
Negative factors
- Grade unit g/t au does not match the gold rubric unit g/t; not scored.
Evidence · table
“0.07”
Context: DKP084
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The upcoming addition of a maiden MRE for La Verde, and now confirmation of a much larger discovery than first recognise"
DKP084La Verde South · silverGrade: 1Grade Unit: ppm agIntercept: 148 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- DKP084
- Project
- La Verde South
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- chile
- Reported Region
- chile
- Ticker
- HCH
Geometry
- Grade
- 1
- Grade Unit
- ppm ag
- Intercept
- 148 m
- Hole Depth
- 366 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Sample Type
- drill
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 324417
- Northing
- 6785322
- Elevation
- 1186 m
- Dip
- -62 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- QP Signed
- Yes
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.44
- Metal Eq. Unit
- % cueq Cu-Eq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Compositing
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-19T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Expanded from assay table: 1 ppm ag silver, reported in a unit the rubric does not cover (g/t).
Negative factors
- Grade unit ppm ag does not match the silver rubric unit g/t; not scored.
Evidence · table
“1.0”
Context: DKP084
Tags used in scoring
No QA/QC Disclosurenegative
Release does not disclose QA/QC — lab certification, CP/QP sign-off and assay protocols cannot be checked from this document.
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is not true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The upcoming addition of a maiden MRE for La Verde, and now confirmation of a much larger discovery than first recognise"
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.