American Eagle Drills One Kilometre of Copper-Gold Mineralization from Surface at NAK: 1,001 Metres of 0.46% CuEq, Including 218 Metres of 1.01% CuEq

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Company
American Eagle Gold Corp
Ticker
AE
Exchange
TSX
Region
British Columbia
Primary commodity
Copper
Secondary commodities
Gold, Silver, Molybdenum
Document categories
Drill results
Extracted
2026-09-19 06:28:48 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

American Eagle Gold reported significant drill results from its NAK copper-gold porphyry project in British Columbia, highlighted by hole NAK26-87 intersecting 1,001 meters of 0.46% CuEq from surface, including 218 meters of 1.01% CuEq. This step-out drilling expanded the high-grade South Zone and confirmed continuous mineralization, with positive implications for a large open-pit operation. The company noted that true widths are not yet known and metal equivalent assumptions are based on a blanket 80% recovery for all metals.

Reasoning: American Eagle Gold reported exceptional drill results from its NAK project, highlighted by a 1,001-meter intercept of copper-gold mineralization from surface in hole NAK26-87, including a high-grade section of 218 meters at 1.01% CuEq. This significant step-out expands the South Zone and confirms broad, continuous mineralization, with positive implications for a large-scale open-pit operation. The results demonstrate substantial growth potential for the project, although true widths are not yet determined.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional intercept length of 1,001m from surface in NAK26-87, indicating a large, continuous mineralized system.
  • High-grade core within NAK26-87 (218m at 1.01% CuEq) significantly expands the South Zone.
  • Step-out drilling successfully extended mineralization to the northwest and west, confirming continuity and expanding the mineralized footprint.
  • The project is described as road-accessible with established infrastructure in a known porphyry district, supporting potential open-pit development.
  • QA/QC protocols are detailed, including certified lab, standards, blanks, and duplicates, enhancing data reliability.

Negative factors

  • True width of mineralized intervals is not yet known, which may overstate actual thickness.
  • Cut-off grade for reported intervals is not explicitly stated, limiting transparency for compositing.

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

Facts used in scoring: 36

Classification and evidence

Bonanza Interceptpositive

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

Why it applies: Hole NAK26-87 intersected 218 metres of 1.01% CuEq, which is well above the exceptional threshold for porphyry copper deposits (0.8% CuEq for 20m width).

Evidence · table

“1.01”

Context: 218

Step-Out Extensionpositive

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Why it applies: NAK26-87 steps out 150 metres northwest of NAK25-78, expanding the high-grade South Zone and extending the mineralized footprint to the north and west.

Evidence · text

“NAK26-87 steps out 150 metres northwest of NAK25-78, which returned 802 metres of 0.71% CuEq from surface, including 375 metres of 1.01% CuEq. Together, the two holes expand the high-grade South Zone, confirm grade continuity across the zone, and leave the system open to the north-northwest.”

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: The document explicitly states that 'insufficient data are available at this time to state the true thickness of the mineralized intervals'.

Evidence · text

“The reported intervals represent drill intercepts, and insufficient data are available at this time to state the true thickness of the mineralized intervals.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: The release details a rigorous QA/QC protocol, including drill core halving, submission to ALS Geochemistry (accredited to ISO/IEC 17025), and insertion of standards, blanks, and duplicates.

Evidence · text

“Sampling at NAK follows a rigorous methodology and internal QA/QC protocol. Drill core is halved on site, and samples are submitted to ALS Geochemistry in Langley, British Columbia, for preparation and analysis. ALS is accredited to the ISO/IEC 17025 standard for assays. All analytical methods include quality control standards inserted at set frequencies.”

Metal Equivalent Opaquenegative

Metal equivalent grade reported without disclosing the price, recovery, or payability assumptions used. Requires an actual metal equivalent grade; a combined elemental basket such as PGE is not a metal equivalent.

Why it applies: Metal equivalent values are calculated with an assumed 80% metallurgical recovery for all metals, but it is noted that 'it is unclear what metals will be the principal products, assuming different recoveries is premature at this stage'.

Evidence · text

“Copper Equivalent (CuEq) values shown in Tables for drill intercepts are calculated on the basis of US$4.50/lb for Cu, US$3,375/oz for Au, US$60/oz for Ag and US$25/lb for Mo, with 80% metallurgical recoveries assumed for all metals (since it is unclear what metals will be the principal products, assuming different recoveries is premature at this stage).”

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: The document mentions 'long, consistent intercepts above cut-off grade' but does not specify the actual cut-off grade used for compositing.

Evidence · text

“Each returned long, consistent intercepts above cut-off grade, extending the mineralized footprint to the north and west and adding meaningful tonnage.”

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 36. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Drill Results (36)

NAK26-87NAK South · copperGrade: 0.46Grade Unit: %Intercept: 218 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-87
Project
NAK South
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
0.46
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
218 m
From
552 m
To
770 m
Hole Depth
1040 m
Intercept Depth
552 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-87:552-770
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
674887
Northing
6129558
Azimuth
135 °
Dip
-64 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
1.01
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong copper grade over a substantial length, contributing significantly to the overall CuEq value and indicating a high-grade zone within the porphyry system.

Positive factors

  • High copper grade for a porphyry deposit.
  • Significant intercept length.
  • High metal equivalent grade.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“0.46”

Context: 218

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-87NAK South · goldGrade: 0.35Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 218 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-87
Project
NAK South
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
0.35
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
218 m
From
552 m
To
770 m
Hole Depth
1040 m
Intercept Depth
552 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-87:552-770
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
674887
Northing
6129558
Azimuth
135 °
Dip
-64 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This gold grade contributes positively to the overall CuEq value and indicates significant gold mineralization within the copper porphyry.

Positive factors

  • Good gold grade for a porphyry system.
  • Significant intercept length.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“0.35”

Context: 218

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-87NAK South · silverGrade: 1.7Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 218 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-87
Project
NAK South
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
1.7
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
218 m
From
552 m
To
770 m
Hole Depth
1040 m
Intercept Depth
552 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-87:552-770
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
674887
Northing
6129558
Azimuth
135 °
Dip
-64 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Silver is present as a byproduct, adding to the overall economic potential of the intercept.

Positive factors

  • Silver contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“1.7”

Context: 218

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-87NAK South · molybdenumGrade: 225Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 218 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-87
Project
NAK South
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
225
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
218 m
From
552 m
To
770 m
Hole Depth
1040 m
Intercept Depth
552 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-87:552-770
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
674887
Northing
6129558
Azimuth
135 °
Dip
-64 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Molybdenum is present as a byproduct, adding to the overall economic potential of the intercept.

Positive factors

  • Molybdenum contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“225”

Context: 218

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-87NAK South · copperGrade: 0.42Grade Unit: %Intercept: 380 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-87
Project
NAK South
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
0.42
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
380 m
From
548 m
To
928 m
Hole Depth
1040 m
Intercept Depth
548 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-87:548-928
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
674887
Northing
6129558
Azimuth
135 °
Dip
-64 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.81
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad intercept demonstrates significant copper mineralization, contributing to the overall resource potential of the South Zone.

Positive factors

  • Strong copper grade over a very long intercept length.
  • High metal equivalent grade.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“0.42”

Context: 380

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-87NAK South · goldGrade: 0.24Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 380 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-87
Project
NAK South
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
0.24
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
380 m
From
548 m
To
928 m
Hole Depth
1040 m
Intercept Depth
548 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-87:548-928
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
674887
Northing
6129558
Azimuth
135 °
Dip
-64 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gold mineralization is consistent over this broad interval, adding to the project's value.

Positive factors

  • Good gold grade over a very long intercept length.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“0.24”

Context: 380

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-87NAK South · silverGrade: 1.7Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 380 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-87
Project
NAK South
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
1.7
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
380 m
From
548 m
To
928 m
Hole Depth
1040 m
Intercept Depth
548 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-87:548-928
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
674887
Northing
6129558
Azimuth
135 °
Dip
-64 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Silver is present as a byproduct, adding to the overall economic potential of the intercept.

Positive factors

  • Silver contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“1.7”

Context: 380

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-87NAK South · molybdenumGrade: 164Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 380 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-87
Project
NAK South
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
164
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
380 m
From
548 m
To
928 m
Hole Depth
1040 m
Intercept Depth
548 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-87:548-928
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
674887
Northing
6129558
Azimuth
135 °
Dip
-64 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Molybdenum is present as a byproduct, adding to the overall economic potential of the intercept.

Positive factors

  • Molybdenum contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“164”

Context: 380

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-87NAK South · copperGrade: 0.27Grade Unit: %Intercept: 866 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-87
Project
NAK South
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
0.27
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
866 m
From
90 m
To
956 m
Hole Depth
1040 m
Intercept Depth
90 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-87:90-956
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
674887
Northing
6129558
Azimuth
135 °
Dip
-64 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.51
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This very long intercept demonstrates broad copper mineralization, indicating a large-scale system suitable for bulk mining.

Positive factors

  • Consistent copper grade over an exceptionally long intercept.
  • Good metal equivalent grade.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“0.27”

Context: 866

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-87NAK South · goldGrade: 0.14Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 866 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-87
Project
NAK South
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
0.14
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
866 m
From
90 m
To
956 m
Hole Depth
1040 m
Intercept Depth
90 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-87:90-956
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
674887
Northing
6129558
Azimuth
135 °
Dip
-64 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gold mineralization is consistent over this broad interval, adding to the project's value.

Positive factors

  • Consistent gold grade over an exceptionally long intercept.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“0.14”

Context: 866

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-87NAK South · silverGrade: 1.2Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 866 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-87
Project
NAK South
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
1.2
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
866 m
From
90 m
To
956 m
Hole Depth
1040 m
Intercept Depth
90 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-87:90-956
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
674887
Northing
6129558
Azimuth
135 °
Dip
-64 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Silver is present as a byproduct, adding to the overall economic potential of the intercept.

Positive factors

  • Silver contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“1.2”

Context: 866

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-87NAK South · molybdenumGrade: 110Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 866 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-87
Project
NAK South
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
110
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
866 m
From
90 m
To
956 m
Hole Depth
1040 m
Intercept Depth
90 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-87:90-956
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
674887
Northing
6129558
Azimuth
135 °
Dip
-64 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Molybdenum is present as a byproduct, adding to the overall economic potential of the intercept.

Positive factors

  • Molybdenum contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“110”

Context: 866

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-87NAK South · copperGrade: 0.25Grade Unit: %Intercept: 1001 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-87
Project
NAK South
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
0.25
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
1001 m
From
39 m
To
1040 m
Hole Depth
1040 m
Intercept Depth
39 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-87:39-1040
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
674887
Northing
6129558
Azimuth
135 °
Dip
-64 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.46
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This kilometer-long intercept from surface is a rare and highly material result, demonstrating the immense scale and continuity of mineralization at NAK, which is a key characteristic for large open-pit porphyry deposits.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional intercept length of over 1 kilometer from near surface.
  • Consistent copper grade over this very long interval.
  • Good metal equivalent grade.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“0.25”

Context: 1001

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-87NAK South · goldGrade: 0.12Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1001 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-87
Project
NAK South
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
0.12
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1001 m
From
39 m
To
1040 m
Hole Depth
1040 m
Intercept Depth
39 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-87:39-1040
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
674887
Northing
6129558
Azimuth
135 °
Dip
-64 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gold mineralization is consistent over this very broad interval, adding to the project's value.

Positive factors

  • Consistent gold grade over an exceptionally long intercept.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“0.12”

Context: 1001

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-87NAK South · silverGrade: 1.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1001 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-87
Project
NAK South
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
1.1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1001 m
From
39 m
To
1040 m
Hole Depth
1040 m
Intercept Depth
39 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-87:39-1040
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
674887
Northing
6129558
Azimuth
135 °
Dip
-64 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Silver is present as a byproduct, adding to the overall economic potential of the intercept.

Positive factors

  • Silver contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“1.1”

Context: 1001

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-87NAK South · molybdenumGrade: 97Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 1001 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-87
Project
NAK South
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
97
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
1001 m
From
39 m
To
1040 m
Hole Depth
1040 m
Intercept Depth
39 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-87:39-1040
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
674887
Northing
6129558
Azimuth
135 °
Dip
-64 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Molybdenum is present as a byproduct, adding to the overall economic potential of the intercept.

Positive factors

  • Molybdenum contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“97”

Context: 1001

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-84NAK South · copperGrade: 0.23Grade Unit: %Intercept: 109 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-84
Project
NAK South
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
0.23
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
109 m
From
524 m
To
633 m
Hole Depth
739 m
Intercept Depth
524 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-84:524-633
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
675048
Northing
6129578
Azimuth
255 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.4
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept extends the mineralized footprint to the west, supporting the potential for a larger open pit.

Positive factors

  • Consistent copper grade over a good intercept length.
  • Good metal equivalent grade.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“0.23”

Context: 109

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-84NAK South · goldGrade: 0.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 109 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-84
Project
NAK South
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
0.1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
109 m
From
524 m
To
633 m
Hole Depth
739 m
Intercept Depth
524 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-84:524-633
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
675048
Northing
6129578
Azimuth
255 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gold mineralization is present, adding to the overall economic potential of the intercept.

Positive factors

  • Gold contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“0.10”

Context: 109

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-84NAK South · silverGrade: 2.6Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 109 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-84
Project
NAK South
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
2.6
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
109 m
From
524 m
To
633 m
Hole Depth
739 m
Intercept Depth
524 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-84:524-633
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
675048
Northing
6129578
Azimuth
255 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Silver is present as a byproduct, adding to the overall economic potential of the intercept.

Positive factors

  • Silver contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“2.6”

Context: 109

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-84NAK South · molybdenumGrade: 31Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 109 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-84
Project
NAK South
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
31
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
109 m
From
524 m
To
633 m
Hole Depth
739 m
Intercept Depth
524 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-84:524-633
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
675048
Northing
6129578
Azimuth
255 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Molybdenum is present as a byproduct, adding to the overall economic potential of the intercept.

Positive factors

  • Molybdenum contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“31”

Context: 109

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-84NAK South · copperGrade: 0.12Grade Unit: %Intercept: 587 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-84
Project
NAK South
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
0.12
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
587 m
From
71 m
To
658 m
Hole Depth
739 m
Intercept Depth
71 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-84:71-658
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
675048
Northing
6129578
Azimuth
255 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.21
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad intercept demonstrates significant copper mineralization, supporting the potential for a larger open pit.

Positive factors

  • Consistent copper grade over a very long intercept length.
  • Good metal equivalent grade.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“0.12”

Context: 587

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-84NAK South · goldGrade: 0.05Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 587 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-84
Project
NAK South
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
0.05
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
587 m
From
71 m
To
658 m
Hole Depth
739 m
Intercept Depth
71 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-84:71-658
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
675048
Northing
6129578
Azimuth
255 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gold mineralization is present, adding to the overall economic potential of the intercept.

Positive factors

  • Gold contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“0.05”

Context: 587

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-84NAK South · silverGrade: 1.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 587 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-84
Project
NAK South
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
1.1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
587 m
From
71 m
To
658 m
Hole Depth
739 m
Intercept Depth
71 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-84:71-658
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
675048
Northing
6129578
Azimuth
255 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Silver is present as a byproduct, adding to the overall economic potential of the intercept.

Positive factors

  • Silver contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“1.1”

Context: 587

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-84NAK South · molybdenumGrade: 39Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 587 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-84
Project
NAK South
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
39
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
587 m
From
71 m
To
658 m
Hole Depth
739 m
Intercept Depth
71 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-84:71-658
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Main Zone
Easting
675048
Northing
6129578
Azimuth
255 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Molybdenum is present as a byproduct, adding to the overall economic potential of the intercept.

Positive factors

  • Molybdenum contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“39”

Context: 587

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-88NAK South · copperGrade: 0.16Grade Unit: %Intercept: 555 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-88
Project
NAK South
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
0.16
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
555 m
From
332 m
To
887 m
Hole Depth
962 m
Intercept Depth
332 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-88:332-887
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
675435
Northing
6129611
Azimuth
260 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.3
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad intercept demonstrates significant copper mineralization, supporting the potential for a larger open pit.

Positive factors

  • Consistent copper grade over a very long intercept length.
  • Good metal equivalent grade.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“0.16”

Context: 555

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-88NAK South · goldGrade: 0.06Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 555 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-88
Project
NAK South
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
0.06
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
555 m
From
332 m
To
887 m
Hole Depth
962 m
Intercept Depth
332 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-88:332-887
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
675435
Northing
6129611
Azimuth
260 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gold mineralization is present, adding to the overall economic potential of the intercept.

Positive factors

  • Gold contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“0.06”

Context: 555

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-88NAK South · silverGrade: 0.8Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 555 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-88
Project
NAK South
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
0.8
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
555 m
From
332 m
To
887 m
Hole Depth
962 m
Intercept Depth
332 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-88:332-887
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
675435
Northing
6129611
Azimuth
260 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Silver is present as a byproduct, adding to the overall economic potential of the intercept.

Positive factors

  • Silver contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“0.8”

Context: 555

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-88NAK South · molybdenumGrade: 99Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 555 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-88
Project
NAK South
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
99
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
555 m
From
332 m
To
887 m
Hole Depth
962 m
Intercept Depth
332 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-88:332-887
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
675435
Northing
6129611
Azimuth
260 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Molybdenum is present as a byproduct, adding to the overall economic potential of the intercept.

Positive factors

  • Molybdenum contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“99”

Context: 555

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-88NAK South · copperGrade: 0.15Grade Unit: %Intercept: 692 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-88
Project
NAK South
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
0.15
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
692 m
From
234 m
To
926 m
Hole Depth
962 m
Intercept Depth
234 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-88:234-926
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
675435
Northing
6129611
Azimuth
260 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.28
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This broad intercept demonstrates significant copper mineralization, supporting the potential for a larger open pit.

Positive factors

  • Consistent copper grade over a very long intercept length.
  • Good metal equivalent grade.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“0.15”

Context: 692

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-88NAK South · goldGrade: 0.06Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 692 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-88
Project
NAK South
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
0.06
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
692 m
From
234 m
To
926 m
Hole Depth
962 m
Intercept Depth
234 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-88:234-926
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
675435
Northing
6129611
Azimuth
260 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gold mineralization is present, adding to the overall economic potential of the intercept.

Positive factors

  • Gold contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“0.06”

Context: 692

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-88NAK South · silverGrade: 0.7Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 692 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-88
Project
NAK South
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
0.7
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
692 m
From
234 m
To
926 m
Hole Depth
962 m
Intercept Depth
234 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-88:234-926
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
675435
Northing
6129611
Azimuth
260 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Silver is present as a byproduct, adding to the overall economic potential of the intercept.

Positive factors

  • Silver contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“0.7”

Context: 692

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-88NAK South · molybdenumGrade: 84Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 692 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-88
Project
NAK South
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
84
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
692 m
From
234 m
To
926 m
Hole Depth
962 m
Intercept Depth
234 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-88:234-926
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
675435
Northing
6129611
Azimuth
260 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Molybdenum is present as a byproduct, adding to the overall economic potential of the intercept.

Positive factors

  • Molybdenum contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“84”

Context: 692

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-86NAK South · copperGrade: 0.18Grade Unit: %Intercept: 151 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-86
Project
NAK South
Commodity
copper
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
0.18
Grade Unit
%
Intercept
151 m
From
44 m
To
195 m
Hole Depth
695 m
Intercept Depth
44 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-86:44-195
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
675039
Northing
6130028
Azimuth
250 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Metal Eq. Grade
0.25
Metal Eq. Unit
% CuEq
Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept extends the mineralized footprint to the west, supporting the potential for a larger open pit.

Positive factors

  • Consistent copper grade over a good intercept length.
  • Good metal equivalent grade.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“0.18”

Context: 151

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-86NAK South · goldGrade: 0.04Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 151 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-86
Project
NAK South
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
0.04
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
151 m
From
44 m
To
195 m
Hole Depth
695 m
Intercept Depth
44 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-86:44-195
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
675039
Northing
6130028
Azimuth
250 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Gold mineralization is present, adding to the overall economic potential of the intercept.

Positive factors

  • Gold contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“0.04”

Context: 151

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-86NAK South · silverGrade: 0.9Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 151 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-86
Project
NAK South
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
0.9
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
151 m
From
44 m
To
195 m
Hole Depth
695 m
Intercept Depth
44 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-86:44-195
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
675039
Northing
6130028
Azimuth
250 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Silver is present as a byproduct, adding to the overall economic potential of the intercept.

Positive factors

  • Silver contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“0.9”

Context: 151

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NAK26-86NAK South · molybdenumGrade: 12Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 151 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
NAK26-86
Project
NAK South
Commodity
molybdenum
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
AE

Geometry

Grade
12
Grade Unit
ppm
Intercept
151 m
From
44 m
To
195 m
Hole Depth
695 m
Intercept Depth
44 m

Classification

Deposit Type
porphyry
Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
NAK26-86:44-195
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Zone
Easting
675039
Northing
6130028
Azimuth
250 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-08-18T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Molybdenum is present as a byproduct, adding to the overall economic potential of the intercept.

Positive factors

  • Molybdenum contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.

Negative factors

  • True width not stated.

Evidence · table

“12”

Context: 151

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

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.