Sun Summit Drills 23.5 Meters of 4.35 g/t Gold Including 4.50 Meters of 21.8 g/t Gold at the JD Project; Extends Creek Zone Mineralization 100 Meters Along Strike
Original announcement by prospectors_exchange on
- Company
- Sun Summit Minerals Corp.
- Ticker
- SMN
- Exchange
- Unavailable
- Region
- British Columbia
- Primary commodity
- Gold
- Secondary commodities
- Silver
- Document categories
- Drill results
- Extracted
- 2026-10-06 13:14:30 UTC
Analysis by Minestarters Atlas
Atlas analysis published:
Minestarters Atlas analysis
Summary
Sun Summit Minerals reported strong assay results from the first 13 drill holes of its 2026 program at the JD Project's Creek Zone in British Columbia. Highlights include 23.5 meters of 4.35 g/t gold and 4.69 g/t silver, with a high-grade sub-interval of 4.50 meters of 21.8 g/t gold and 20.18 g/t silver in hole CZ-26-023. These results successfully extended the gold-silver mineralization by 100 meters along strike to the northwest, where it remains open, and will inform an inaugural mineral resource estimate planned for Q1 2027.
Reasoning: The drill results demonstrate significant high-grade gold and silver mineralization, extending the known Creek Zone and providing crucial data for an upcoming maiden resource estimate. The bonanza grades and strike extension are highly positive, despite the unknown true widths.
Positive factors
- High-grade gold intercepts, including bonanza grades up to 90.60 g/t Au.
- Significant intercept lengths, such as 23.5 meters at 4.35 g/t Au.
- Successful extension of mineralization by 100 meters along strike to the northwest.
- Mineralization remains open for further expansion.
- Drill program designed to inform an inaugural Mineral Resource Estimate.
- Comprehensive QA/QC procedures disclosed, including certified lab and QP sign-off.
- Compositing parameters (cut-off grade and internal dilution) are transparently stated.
Negative factors
- True widths of the intercepts are unknown, which may overstate actual thickness.
- Assay results are still pending for the majority of the 2026 drill program holes.
Low confidence — this extraction should be reviewed alongside the original source.
Facts used in scoring: 22
Classification and evidence
Bonanza Interceptpositive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Why it applies: Intercepts of 90.60 g/t Au over 0.55m, 62.90 g/t Au over 1.5m, and 21.8 g/t Au over 4.5m are well above the exceptional threshold for epithermal gold deposits.
Evidence · text
“90.60 g/t Au and 15.45 g/t Ag over 0.55 meters in drill hole CZ-26-032”
Step-Out Extensionpositive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Why it applies: Drilling successfully extended high-grade and bulk-tonnage style mineralization by approximately 100 meters along strike to the northwest.
Evidence · text
“Drilling at the Creek Zone successfully extended high-grade and bulk-tonnage style, epithermal-related gold-silver mineralization by approximately 100 meters along strike to the northwest where it remains open.”
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The release includes a detailed Quality Assurance and Quality Control section, mentioning core sampling protocols, sample preparation, analytical methods by ALS Global (ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited), and internal QA/QC program with duplicates, standards, and blanks.
Evidence · text
“All drill core sample assay and analytical results have been monitored through the Company’s quality assurance and quality control program (QA/QC) which includes core sampling protocols.”
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: The document clearly states that calculations are length-weighted using a 0.10 g/t gold cut-off with a maximum of 3.0 meter internal dilution.
Evidence · text
“Calculations are uncut and length-weighted using a 0.10 g/t gold cut-off with maximum of 3.0 meter internal dilution.”
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: The notes for the select intervals explicitly state that 'True widths are unknown'.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are downhole core lengths. True widths are unknown.”
Extracted facts
Stored fact records: 22. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.
Drill Results (22)
CZ-26-023JD · goldGrade: 4.35Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 23.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- CZ-26-023
- Project
- JD
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SMN
Geometry
- Grade
- 4.35
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 23.5 m
- From
- 109 m
- To
- 132.5 m
- Intercept Depth
- 109 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- epithermal
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- CZ-26-023:109-132.5
- Mining Method
- mixed
Location
- CRS
- UTM Nad83 Zone 9N
- EPSG
- 26909
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows a good gold grade over a substantial width, contributing to the overall positive results and extension of the Creek Zone.
Positive factors
- Strong gold grade (4.35 g/t Au) for an epithermal deposit.
- Significant intercept length (23.5 m).
- Contributes to strike extension of mineralization.
Negative factors
- True width is unknown.
Evidence · text
“23.5 meters of 4.35 g/t Au and 4.69 g/t Ag from 109.0 meters down hole”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
CZ-26-023JD · silverGrade: 4.69Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 23.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- CZ-26-023
- Project
- JD
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SMN
Geometry
- Grade
- 4.69
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 23.5 m
- From
- 109 m
- To
- 132.5 m
- Intercept Depth
- 109 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- epithermal
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- CZ-26-023:109-132.5
- Mining Method
- mixed
Location
- CRS
- UTM Nad83 Zone 9N
- EPSG
- 26909
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Silver grades are present alongside the primary gold mineralization, adding to the polymetallic nature of the deposit.
Positive factors
- Silver mineralization accompanies significant gold intercept.
Negative factors
- True width is unknown.
Evidence · text
“23.5 meters of 4.35 g/t Au and 4.69 g/t Ag from 109.0 meters down hole”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
CZ-26-023JD · goldGrade: 21.8Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- CZ-26-023
- Project
- JD
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SMN
Geometry
- Grade
- 21.8
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 4.5 m
- From
- 109 m
- To
- 113.5 m
- Intercept Depth
- 109 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- epithermal
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- CZ-26-023:109-113.5
- Mining Method
- mixed
Location
- CRS
- UTM Nad83 Zone 9N
- EPSG
- 26909
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This bonanza-grade gold intercept significantly enhances the overall prospectivity of the Creek Zone, demonstrating high-grade potential within the broader mineralization.
Positive factors
- Exceptional gold grade (21.8 g/t Au) for an epithermal deposit, well above the 75th percentile and average peer grades.
- High-grade sub-interval within a broader mineralized zone.
Negative factors
- True width is unknown.
Evidence · text
“including 4.50 meters of 21.8 g/t Au and 20.18 g/t Ag in drill hole CZ-26-023”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
CZ-26-023JD · silverGrade: 20.18Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- CZ-26-023
- Project
- JD
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SMN
Geometry
- Grade
- 20.18
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 4.5 m
- From
- 109 m
- To
- 113.5 m
- Intercept Depth
- 109 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- epithermal
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- CZ-26-023:109-113.5
- Mining Method
- mixed
Location
- CRS
- UTM Nad83 Zone 9N
- EPSG
- 26909
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The silver grade in this high-grade sub-interval adds to the overall value of the intercept.
Positive factors
- Good silver grade accompanying bonanza gold intercept.
Negative factors
- True width is unknown.
Evidence · text
“including 4.50 meters of 21.8 g/t Au and 20.18 g/t Ag in drill hole CZ-26-023”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
CZ-26-032JD · goldGrade: 3.02Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 32.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- CZ-26-032
- Project
- JD
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SMN
Geometry
- Grade
- 3.02
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 32.5 m
- From
- 139 m
- To
- 171.5 m
- Intercept Depth
- 139 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- epithermal
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- CZ-26-032:139-171.5
- Mining Method
- mixed
Location
- CRS
- UTM Nad83 Zone 9N
- EPSG
- 26909
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept provides a solid gold grade over a substantial width, supporting the continuity and expansion of the Creek Zone mineralization.
Positive factors
- Good gold grade (3.02 g/t Au) over a significant intercept length (32.5 m).
- Contributes to strike extension of mineralization.
Negative factors
- True width is unknown.
Evidence · text
“32.5 meters of 3.02 g/t Au and 2.53 g/t Ag from 139.0 meters down hole”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
CZ-26-032JD · silverGrade: 2.53Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 32.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- CZ-26-032
- Project
- JD
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SMN
Geometry
- Grade
- 2.53
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 32.5 m
- From
- 139 m
- To
- 171.5 m
- Intercept Depth
- 139 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- epithermal
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- CZ-26-032:139-171.5
- Mining Method
- mixed
Location
- CRS
- UTM Nad83 Zone 9N
- EPSG
- 26909
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Silver grades are present alongside the primary gold mineralization, adding to the polymetallic nature of the deposit.
Positive factors
- Silver mineralization accompanies significant gold intercept.
Negative factors
- True width is unknown.
Evidence · text
“32.5 meters of 3.02 g/t Au and 2.53 g/t Ag from 139.0 meters down hole”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
CZ-26-032JD · goldGrade: 12.15Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7.57 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- CZ-26-032
- Project
- JD
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SMN
Geometry
- Grade
- 12.15
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 7.57 m
- From
- 139 m
- To
- 146.57 m
- Intercept Depth
- 139 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- epithermal
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- CZ-26-032:139-146.57
- Mining Method
- mixed
Location
- CRS
- UTM Nad83 Zone 9N
- EPSG
- 26909
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade gold intercept contributes significantly to the overall positive results and indicates strong mineralization within the Creek Zone.
Positive factors
- High gold grade (12.15 g/t Au) over a good width (7.57 m) for an epithermal deposit.
- High-grade sub-interval within a broader mineralized zone.
Negative factors
- True width is unknown.
Evidence · text
“including 7.57 meters of 12.15 g/t Au and 9.24 g/t Ag in drill hole CZ-26-032”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
CZ-26-032JD · silverGrade: 9.24Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7.57 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- CZ-26-032
- Project
- JD
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SMN
Geometry
- Grade
- 9.24
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 7.57 m
- From
- 139 m
- To
- 146.57 m
- Intercept Depth
- 139 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- epithermal
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- CZ-26-032:139-146.57
- Mining Method
- mixed
Location
- CRS
- UTM Nad83 Zone 9N
- EPSG
- 26909
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The silver grade in this high-grade sub-interval adds to the overall value of the intercept.
Positive factors
- Silver mineralization accompanies high-grade gold intercept.
Negative factors
- True width is unknown.
Evidence · text
“including 7.57 meters of 12.15 g/t Au and 9.24 g/t Ag in drill hole CZ-26-032”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
CZ-26-031JD · goldGrade: 3.23Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 26.6 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- CZ-26-031
- Project
- JD
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SMN
Geometry
- Grade
- 3.23
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 26.6 m
- From
- 138.3 m
- To
- 164.9 m
- Intercept Depth
- 138.3 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- epithermal
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- CZ-26-031:138.3-164.9
- Mining Method
- mixed
Location
- CRS
- UTM Nad83 Zone 9N
- EPSG
- 26909
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept provides a solid gold grade over a substantial width, supporting the continuity and expansion of the Creek Zone mineralization.
Positive factors
- Good gold grade (3.23 g/t Au) over a significant intercept length (26.6 m).
- Contributes to strike extension of mineralization.
Negative factors
- True width is unknown.
Evidence · text
“26.6 meters of 3.23 g/t Au and 11.62 g/t Ag from 138.3 meters down hole”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
CZ-26-031JD · silverGrade: 11.62Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 26.6 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- CZ-26-031
- Project
- JD
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SMN
Geometry
- Grade
- 11.62
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 26.6 m
- From
- 138.3 m
- To
- 164.9 m
- Intercept Depth
- 138.3 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- epithermal
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- CZ-26-031:138.3-164.9
- Mining Method
- mixed
Location
- CRS
- UTM Nad83 Zone 9N
- EPSG
- 26909
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Silver grades are present alongside the primary gold mineralization, adding to the polymetallic nature of the deposit.
Positive factors
- Silver mineralization accompanies significant gold intercept.
Negative factors
- True width is unknown.
Evidence · text
“26.6 meters of 3.23 g/t Au and 11.62 g/t Ag from 138.3 meters down hole”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
CZ-26-031JD · goldGrade: 10.58Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.17 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- CZ-26-031
- Project
- JD
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SMN
Geometry
- Grade
- 10.58
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 2.17 m
- From
- 138.3 m
- To
- 140.47 m
- Intercept Depth
- 138.3 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- epithermal
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- CZ-26-031:138.3-140.47
- Mining Method
- mixed
Location
- CRS
- UTM Nad83 Zone 9N
- EPSG
- 26909
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade gold intercept contributes significantly to the overall positive results and indicates strong mineralization within the Creek Zone.
Positive factors
- High gold grade (10.58 g/t Au) for an epithermal deposit.
- High-grade sub-interval within a broader mineralized zone.
Negative factors
- True width is unknown.
Evidence · text
“including 2.17 meters of 10.58 g/t Au and 6.51 g/t Ag in drill hole CZ-26-031”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
CZ-26-031JD · silverGrade: 6.51Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.17 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- CZ-26-031
- Project
- JD
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SMN
Geometry
- Grade
- 6.51
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 2.17 m
- From
- 138.3 m
- To
- 140.47 m
- Intercept Depth
- 138.3 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- epithermal
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- CZ-26-031:138.3-140.47
- Mining Method
- mixed
Location
- CRS
- UTM Nad83 Zone 9N
- EPSG
- 26909
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The silver grade in this high-grade sub-interval adds to the overall value of the intercept.
Positive factors
- Silver mineralization accompanies high-grade gold intercept.
Negative factors
- True width is unknown.
Evidence · text
“including 2.17 meters of 10.58 g/t Au and 6.51 g/t Ag in drill hole CZ-26-031”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
CZ-26-029JD · goldGrade: 1.81Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 24 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- CZ-26-029
- Project
- JD
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SMN
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.81
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 24 m
- From
- 126 m
- To
- 150 m
- Intercept Depth
- 126 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- epithermal
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- CZ-26-029:126-150
- Mining Method
- mixed
Location
- CRS
- UTM Nad83 Zone 9N
- EPSG
- 26909
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept provides a good gold grade over a substantial width, supporting the continuity and expansion of the Creek Zone mineralization.
Positive factors
- Solid gold grade (1.81 g/t Au) over a significant intercept length (24.0 m).
- Contributes to strike extension of mineralization.
Negative factors
- True width is unknown.
Evidence · text
“24.0 meters of 1.81 g/t Au and 2.55 g/t Ag from 126.0 meters down hole in drill hole CZ-26-029”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
CZ-26-029JD · silverGrade: 2.55Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 24 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- CZ-26-029
- Project
- JD
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SMN
Geometry
- Grade
- 2.55
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 24 m
- From
- 126 m
- To
- 150 m
- Intercept Depth
- 126 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- epithermal
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- CZ-26-029:126-150
- Mining Method
- mixed
Location
- CRS
- UTM Nad83 Zone 9N
- EPSG
- 26909
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Silver grades are present alongside the primary gold mineralization, adding to the polymetallic nature of the deposit.
Positive factors
- Silver mineralization accompanies significant gold intercept.
Negative factors
- True width is unknown.
Evidence · text
“24.0 meters of 1.81 g/t Au and 2.55 g/t Ag from 126.0 meters down hole in drill hole CZ-26-029”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
CZ-26-023JD · goldGrade: 62.9Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- CZ-26-023
- Project
- JD
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SMN
Geometry
- Grade
- 62.9
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1.5 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- epithermal
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- CZ-26-023:high-grade-1
- Mining Method
- mixed
Location
- CRS
- UTM Nad83 Zone 9N
- EPSG
- 26909
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This bonanza-grade gold intercept highlights the high-grade potential of the Creek Zone, despite its narrow width.
Positive factors
- Exceptional bonanza gold grade (62.90 g/t Au) for an epithermal deposit, significantly exceeding peer averages and 75th percentile.
- Indicates presence of very high-grade vein-hosted mineralization.
Negative factors
- True width is unknown.
- Narrow intercept length (1.5 m).
Evidence · text
“62.90 g/t Au and 46.60 g/t Ag over 1.5 meters in drill hole CZ-26-023”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
CZ-26-023JD · silverGrade: 46.6Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- CZ-26-023
- Project
- JD
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SMN
Geometry
- Grade
- 46.6
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1.5 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- epithermal
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- CZ-26-023:high-grade-1
- Mining Method
- mixed
Location
- CRS
- UTM Nad83 Zone 9N
- EPSG
- 26909
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The silver grade in this high-grade intercept adds to the overall value of the mineralization.
Positive factors
- Good silver grade accompanying bonanza gold intercept.
Negative factors
- True width is unknown.
- Narrow intercept length (1.5 m).
Evidence · text
“62.90 g/t Au and 46.60 g/t Ag over 1.5 meters in drill hole CZ-26-023”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
CZ-26-032JD · goldGrade: 90.6Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.55 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- CZ-26-032
- Project
- JD
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SMN
Geometry
- Grade
- 90.6
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.55 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- epithermal
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- CZ-26-032:high-grade-1
- Mining Method
- mixed
Location
- CRS
- UTM Nad83 Zone 9N
- EPSG
- 26909
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This bonanza-grade gold intercept is a significant highlight, demonstrating the presence of extremely high-grade vein-hosted mineralization within the Creek Zone.
Positive factors
- Exceptional bonanza gold grade (90.60 g/t Au), significantly exceeding prior best grades and peer averages.
- Indicates presence of very high-grade vein-hosted mineralization, including visible gold.
Negative factors
- True width is unknown.
- Very narrow intercept length (0.55 m).
Evidence · text
“90.60 g/t Au and 15.45 g/t Ag over 0.55 meters in drill hole CZ-26-032”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
CZ-26-032JD · silverGrade: 15.45Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.55 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- CZ-26-032
- Project
- JD
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SMN
Geometry
- Grade
- 15.45
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.55 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- epithermal
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- CZ-26-032:high-grade-1
- Mining Method
- mixed
Location
- CRS
- UTM Nad83 Zone 9N
- EPSG
- 26909
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The silver grade in this high-grade intercept adds to the overall value of the mineralization.
Positive factors
- Silver mineralization accompanies bonanza gold intercept.
Negative factors
- True width is unknown.
- Very narrow intercept length (0.55 m).
Evidence · text
“90.60 g/t Au and 15.45 g/t Ag over 0.55 meters in drill hole CZ-26-032”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
CZ-26-031JD · goldGrade: 23.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.8 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- CZ-26-031
- Project
- JD
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SMN
Geometry
- Grade
- 23.5
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.8 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- epithermal
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- CZ-26-031:high-grade-1
- Mining Method
- mixed
Location
- CRS
- UTM Nad83 Zone 9N
- EPSG
- 26909
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This bonanza-grade gold intercept highlights the high-grade potential of the Creek Zone, despite its narrow width.
Positive factors
- Exceptional bonanza gold grade (23.50 g/t Au) for an epithermal deposit, significantly exceeding peer averages and 75th percentile.
- Indicates presence of very high-grade vein-hosted mineralization.
Negative factors
- True width is unknown.
- Very narrow intercept length (0.80 m).
Evidence · text
“23.50 g/t Au and 173 g/t Ag over 0.80 meters in drill hole CZ-26-031”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
CZ-26-031JD · silverGrade: 173Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.8 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- CZ-26-031
- Project
- JD
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SMN
Geometry
- Grade
- 173
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.8 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- epithermal
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- CZ-26-031:high-grade-1
- Mining Method
- mixed
Location
- CRS
- UTM Nad83 Zone 9N
- EPSG
- 26909
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The high silver grade in this intercept significantly adds to the overall value of the mineralization.
Positive factors
- High silver grade (173 g/t Ag) accompanying bonanza gold intercept.
Negative factors
- True width is unknown.
- Very narrow intercept length (0.80 m).
Evidence · text
“23.50 g/t Au and 173 g/t Ag over 0.80 meters in drill hole CZ-26-031”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
CZ-26-029JD · goldGrade: 39.3Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.96 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- CZ-26-029
- Project
- JD
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SMN
Geometry
- Grade
- 39.3
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.96 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- epithermal
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- CZ-26-029:high-grade-1
- Mining Method
- mixed
Location
- CRS
- UTM Nad83 Zone 9N
- EPSG
- 26909
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This bonanza-grade gold intercept highlights the high-grade potential of the Creek Zone, despite its narrow width.
Positive factors
- Exceptional bonanza gold grade (39.30 g/t Au) for an epithermal deposit, significantly exceeding peer averages and 75th percentile.
- Indicates presence of very high-grade vein-hosted mineralization.
Negative factors
- True width is unknown.
- Very narrow intercept length (0.96 m).
Evidence · text
“39.30 g/t Au and 52.20 g/t Ag over 0.96 meters in drill hole CZ-26-029”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
CZ-26-029JD · silverGrade: 52.2Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.96 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- CZ-26-029
- Project
- JD
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- canada_bc
- Reported Region
- canada_bc
- Ticker
- SMN
Geometry
- Grade
- 52.2
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.96 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- epithermal
- Program
- mixed
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- CZ-26-029:high-grade-1
- Mining Method
- mixed
Location
- CRS
- UTM Nad83 Zone 9N
- EPSG
- 26909
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS Global
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Compositing
- Cutoff Grade
- 0.1
- Cutoff Unit
- g/t
- Dilution Disclosed
- Yes
- Max Dilution
- 3 m
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-10-06T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The silver grade in this high-grade intercept adds to the overall value of the mineralization.
Positive factors
- Good silver grade accompanying bonanza gold intercept.
Negative factors
- True width is unknown.
- Very narrow intercept length (0.96 m).
Evidence · text
“39.30 g/t Au and 52.20 g/t Ag over 0.96 meters in drill hole CZ-26-029”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Compositing Transparentpositive
Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.
Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated
Infill Drillingneutral
Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.
Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"
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.