Blende Silver Corp Provides Update for the Blende Zinc-Lead-Silver Property

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Company
Blende Silver Corp
Ticker
BAG
Exchange
TSX
Region
Yukon
Primary commodity
Zinc
Secondary commodities
Lead, Silver
Document categories
Resource update, Permitting
Extracted
2026-09-19 13:19:13 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

Blende Silver Corp provided an update on its Blende zinc-lead-silver property in the Yukon, highlighting progress on a Class 4 Quartz Mining Land Use Approval. The company also re-disclosed its 2021 Mineral Resource Estimate, which consists of 4.6 Mt Indicated and 42.2 Mt Inferred at 1.82% Zn, 1.63% Pb, and 30.3 g/t Ag.

Reasoning: The document is primarily a permitting and exploration update that re-releases a stale 2021 Mineral Resource Estimate. While permitting is advancing, the resource data itself provides no new geological information.

Positive factors

  • Permitting progress with Class 4 application submitted
  • Large scale strata-bound deposit potential

Negative factors

  • Stale resource data (2021)
  • High Inferred component (89% of total tonnage)

Facts used in scoring: 12

Classification and evidence

Stale Estimatenegative

Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: The Mineral Resource Estimate is effective March 15, 2021, which is over 4 years old relative to the publication date.

Evidence · text

“Effective date: March 15, 2021”

All Inferrednegative

M&I share below the weak bound — very early stage, no engineering confidence.

Why it applies: The resource is heavily dominated by the Inferred category (42.2 Mt Inferred vs 4.6 Mt Indicated).

Evidence · text

“Indicated Mineral Resource of 4.6 million tonnes... along with an Inferred Mineral Resource of 42.2 million tonnes”

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: The release explicitly states the MRE is NI 43-101 compliant.

Evidence · text

“An NI 43-101 compliant Mineral Resource Estimate was completed”

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: Sue Bird, P.Eng. is named as the independent Qualified Person.

Evidence · text

“The Mineral Resource Estimate has been prepared by Sue Bird, P.Eng., an independent Qualified Person.”

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: A cutoff grade of 1.5 is stated for both categories.

Evidence · table

“1.5”

Context: Indicated

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 12. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Resource Estimates (12)

indicatedBlende Project · zincTonnes: 4643000Grade: 1.82Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 187Contained Unit: mlbsHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
Blende Project
Commodity
zinc
Region
canada_yt
Reported Region
Yukon
Ticker
BAG

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2021-03-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Sue Bird
Resource group id
resource:48fb951bd6429d25d102
Deposit or zone
Blende Project
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
sulphide

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
4643000
Grade
1.82
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
187
Contained Unit
mlbs
Cutoff Grade
1.5
Cutoff Unit
%

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2021-03-15

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2021-03-15T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2025-09-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource component of a stale estimate.

Evidence · table

“1.82”

Context: 4,643

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

Stale Estimatenegative

Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: effective date is 4.5 years before this release

indicatedBlende Project · leadTonnes: 4643000Grade: 1.63Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 167Contained Unit: mlbsHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
Blende Project
Commodity
lead
Region
canada_yt
Reported Region
Yukon
Ticker
BAG

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2021-03-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Sue Bird
Resource group id
resource:48fb951bd6429d25d102
Deposit or zone
Blende Project
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
sulphide

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
4643000
Grade
1.63
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
167
Contained Unit
mlbs
Cutoff Grade
1.5
Cutoff Unit
%

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2021-03-15

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2021-03-15T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2025-09-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource component of a stale estimate.

Evidence · table

“1.63”

Context: 4,643

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

Stale Estimatenegative

Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: effective date is 4.5 years before this release

indicatedBlende Project · silverTonnes: 4643000Grade: 30.32Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 4526Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
Blende Project
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_yt
Reported Region
Yukon
Ticker
BAG

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2021-03-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Sue Bird
Resource group id
resource:48fb951bd6429d25d102
Deposit or zone
Blende Project
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
sulphide

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
4643000
Grade
30.32
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
4526
Contained Unit
koz
Cutoff Grade
1.5
Cutoff Unit
%

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2021-03-15

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2021-03-15T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2025-09-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Indicated resource component of a stale estimate.

Evidence · table

“30.32”

Context: 4,643

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

Stale Estimatenegative

Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: effective date is 4.5 years before this release

inferredBlende Project · zincTonnes: 42243000Grade: 1.83Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 1706Contained Unit: mlbsHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
Blende Project
Commodity
zinc
Region
canada_yt
Reported Region
Yukon
Ticker
BAG

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2021-03-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Sue Bird
Resource group id
resource:bbf011b166a3c0c5ea3a
Deposit or zone
Blende Project
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
sulphide

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
42243000
Grade
1.83
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
1706
Contained Unit
mlbs
Cutoff Grade
1.5
Cutoff Unit
%

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2021-03-15

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2021-03-15T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2025-09-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource component of a stale estimate.

Evidence · table

“1.83”

Context: 42,243

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

Stale Estimatenegative

Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: effective date is 4.5 years before this release

inferredBlende Project · leadTonnes: 42243000Grade: 1.62Grade Unit: %Contained Metal: 1505Contained Unit: mlbsHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
Blende Project
Commodity
lead
Region
canada_yt
Reported Region
Yukon
Ticker
BAG

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2021-03-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Sue Bird
Resource group id
resource:bbf011b166a3c0c5ea3a
Deposit or zone
Blende Project
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
sulphide

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
42243000
Grade
1.62
Grade Unit
%
Contained Metal
1505
Contained Unit
mlbs
Cutoff Grade
1.5
Cutoff Unit
%

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2021-03-15

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2021-03-15T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2025-09-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource component of a stale estimate.

Evidence · table

“1.62”

Context: 42,243

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

Stale Estimatenegative

Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: effective date is 4.5 years before this release

inferredBlende Project · silverTonnes: 42243000Grade: 27.48Grade Unit: g/tContained Metal: 37320Contained Unit: kozHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
Blende Project
Commodity
silver
Region
canada_yt
Reported Region
Yukon
Ticker
BAG

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2021-03-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
QP Signed
Yes
Qualified person names
Sue Bird
Resource group id
resource:bbf011b166a3c0c5ea3a
Deposit or zone
Blende Project
Mining method
open_pit
Material type
sulphide

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
42243000
Grade
27.48
Grade Unit
g/t
Contained Metal
37320
Contained Unit
koz
Cutoff Grade
1.5
Cutoff Unit
%

Prior Estimate

Resource Date
2021-03-15

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2021-03-15T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2025-09-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Inferred resource component of a stale estimate.

Evidence · table

“27.48”

Context: 42,243

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Disclosedpositive

Cut-off grade used for resource reporting is clearly stated, enabling like-for-like comparison.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade is stated

QP/CP Signedpositive

Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.

Why it applies: qp_signed is true

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

Stale Estimatenegative

Effective date is >2 years old — data currency concern, may not reflect current geological understanding.

Why it applies: effective date is 4.5 years before this release

indicatedMineral Resource Estimate for the Blende · zincTonnes: 4643Grade: 1.82Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Mineral Resource Estimate for the Blende
Commodity
zinc
Ticker
BAG

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2021-03-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
Resource group id
resource:fab2c7263e39ba2aa02d

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
4643
Grade
1.82
Grade Unit
%

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-09-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.

Negative factors

  • Fact expanded from resource table columns (model omitted this commodity).

Evidence · table

“1.82”

Context: 4,643

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

indicatedMineral Resource Estimate for the Blende · leadTonnes: 4643Grade: 1.63Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Mineral Resource Estimate for the Blende
Commodity
lead
Ticker
BAG

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2021-03-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
Resource group id
resource:fab2c7263e39ba2aa02d

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
4643
Grade
1.63
Grade Unit
%

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-09-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.

Negative factors

  • Fact expanded from resource table columns (model omitted this commodity).

Evidence · table

“1.63”

Context: 4,643

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

indicatedMineral Resource Estimate for the Blende · silverTonnes: 4643Grade: 30.32Grade Unit: g/tView all details
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Identity

Project
Mineral Resource Estimate for the Blende
Commodity
silver
Ticker
BAG

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2021-03-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
Resource group id
resource:fab2c7263e39ba2aa02d

Resource Data

Category
indicated
Tonnes
4643
Grade
30.32
Grade Unit
g/t

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-09-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.

Negative factors

  • Fact expanded from resource table columns (model omitted this commodity).

Evidence · table

“30.32”

Context: 4,643

Tags used in scoring

Indicated Resourcepositive

Reasonable geological confidence based on adequate drilling; continuity can be assumed. Basis for Probable Reserves.

Why it applies: category is "indicated"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

inferredMineral Resource Estimate for the Blende · zincTonnes: 42243Grade: 1.83Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Mineral Resource Estimate for the Blende
Commodity
zinc
Ticker
BAG

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2021-03-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
Resource group id
resource:dd5f82a964062bb0e17b

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
42243
Grade
1.83
Grade Unit
%

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-09-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.

Negative factors

  • Fact expanded from resource table columns (model omitted this commodity).

Evidence · table

“1.83”

Context: 42,243

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

inferredMineral Resource Estimate for the Blende · leadTonnes: 42243Grade: 1.62Grade Unit: %View all details
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Identity

Project
Mineral Resource Estimate for the Blende
Commodity
lead
Ticker
BAG

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2021-03-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
Resource group id
resource:dd5f82a964062bb0e17b

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
42243
Grade
1.62
Grade Unit
%

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-09-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.

Negative factors

  • Fact expanded from resource table columns (model omitted this commodity).

Evidence · table

“1.62”

Context: 42,243

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

inferredMineral Resource Estimate for the Blende · silverTonnes: 42243Grade: 27.48Grade Unit: g/tView all details
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Identity

Project
Mineral Resource Estimate for the Blende
Commodity
silver
Ticker
BAG

Resource scope

Estimate type
resource
Effective date
2021-03-15T00:00:00.000Z
Reporting standards
ni_43_101
Resource group id
resource:dd5f82a964062bb0e17b

Resource Data

Category
inferred
Tonnes
42243
Grade
27.48
Grade Unit
g/t

Metal Equivalent

Assumptions Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2025-09-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Expanded from multi-commodity resource table for completeness.

Negative factors

  • Fact expanded from resource table columns (model omitted this commodity).

Evidence · table

“27.48”

Context: 42,243

Tags used in scoring

Inferred Resourcenegative

Speculative category — limited drilling, geological continuity assumed but not confirmed. Cannot support economic studies alone.

Why it applies: category is "inferred"

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

NI 43-101 Compliantpositive

Resource estimate prepared in compliance with NI 43-101 (Canada) — high reporting standard.

Why it applies: reporting_standards includes ni_43_101

No Contained Metalnegative

Tonnage and grade reported but contained metal not calculated or disclosed — incomplete reporting.

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

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