Freegold Drills 2.94 g/t Au over 58.4m at Golden Summit

Original announcement by tmx on

Company
Freegold Ventures Limited
Ticker
FVL
Exchange
TSX
Region
Alaska
Primary commodity
Gold
Secondary commodities
None reported
Document categories
Drill results, Metallurgy, Resource update
Extracted
2026-09-12 05:04:12 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

Freegold Ventures Limited announced drill results from its Golden Summit project in Alaska, including 2.94 g/t Au over 58.4m and 46.53 g/t Au over 1.3m. These results confirm and extend high-grade gold mineralization within the Dolphin and Cleary areas, supporting the ongoing resource model validation and potential for growth. The company also reported completion of pilot-scale metallurgical testing, with prior oxidation test work achieving over 90% gold recoveries and flotation tailings classified as low risk for acid generation.

Reasoning: The document reports strong drill results confirming and extending high-grade gold mineralization at Golden Summit, supported by positive metallurgical testwork that de-risks the project. The program is geared towards advancing the project to a Pre-Feasibility Study, although the resource update mentioned is historical and true widths are not provided for drill intercepts.

Positive factors

  • Drill results confirm and extend high-grade gold mineralization within the main resource area and at depth, with several strong intercepts.
  • Metallurgical testwork shows high gold recoveries (>90%) using sulphide-oxidizing techniques, de-risking the project.
  • Pilot-scale testing is complete, indicating advancement in metallurgical understanding.
  • Flotation tailings are classified as low risk for acid generation, addressing a potential environmental concern.
  • The drill program is focused on tightening drill spacing to enhance the resource estimate for a PFS, indicating project advancement.

Negative factors

  • True width of intercepts cannot be determined due to uncertain geometry, which may overstate apparent widths.
  • The resource estimate mentioned is historical, not a new update.
  • No specific date is provided for the 'prior oxidation test work' or 'GlassLock Process' metallurgical results, limiting novelty assessment.

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

Facts used in scoring: 38

Classification and evidence

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 document explicitly states that 'The width refers to drill hole intercepts; true width cannot be determined due to the uncertain geometry of mineralization.'

Evidence · text

“The width refers to drill hole intercepts; true width cannot be determined due to the uncertain geometry of mineralization.”

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: The release mentions a QA/QC program including laboratory and field standards, and blanks.

Evidence · text

“A QA/QC program includes laboratory and field standards inserted every ten samples. Blanks are inserted at the start of the submittal, and at least one blank every 25 standards.”

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: Alvin Jackson, P.Geo., is named as the Qualified Person responsible for the scientific and technical disclosure.

Evidence · text

“Alvin Jackson, P.Geo., Vice President of Exploration and Development for Freegold, is the Qualified Person responsible for the scientific and technical disclosure in this release.”

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: The GlassLock Process™ is mentioned to reduce arsenic content, implying arsenic is a deleterious element.

Evidence · text

“The GlassLock Process™ has also been tested, increasing the gold grade in the concentrate and reducing arsenic content, enabling direct-to-smelter sales.”

Pilot Scale Completepositive

Pilot or demonstration plant testing completed under continuous operation.

Why it applies: Pilot-scale testing on a representative sample is complete, indicating a high maturity of metallurgical testwork.

Evidence · text

“Pilot-scale testing on a sample representative of the Golden Summit deposit is complete, and a flotation concentrate has been produced from a 1,500 kg sample collected from 12 drill holes.”

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.

Why it applies: The document mentions 'prior oxidation test work' and 'As of July 2025, Golden Summit resources include...' which are historical references rather than new results.

Evidence · text

“So far, the prior oxidation test work has been highly successful, showing that total gold recoveries of over 90% are achievable. ... As of July 2025, Golden Summit resources include an Indicated Primary Mineral Resource of 17.2 million ounces at 1.24 g/t Au”

PFS-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Pre-Feasibility Study — requires adequate M&I component.

Why it applies: The 2026 drill program aims to enhance the resource estimate prior to the pre-feasibility study (PFS), and metallurgical test holes will also be drilled for the PFS.

Evidence · text

“the 2026 drill program will continue to focus on tightening drill spacing to enhance the grade of the resource estimate prior to the pre-feasibility study (PFS). In addition, geotechnical and supplementary metallurgical test holes will also be drilled.”

Mill Routeneutral

Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).

Why it applies: the document describes a flotation route ("flotation")

POX/BIOX Routeneutral

Pressure or bio-oxidation for refractory ore — high CAPEX and OPEX.

Why it applies: the document describes a pox_biox route ("POX")

Multi-Domain Testedpositive

Variability across ore domains (oxide, transition, fresh) has been addressed.

Why it applies: 2 distinct composites were tested

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 38. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Drill Results (33)

GS2537Golden Summit · goldGrade: 1.74Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2537
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
1.74
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
7.9 m
From
82.6 m
To
90.5 m
Hole Depth
706.2 m
Intercept Depth
82.6 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2537:82.6-90.5
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept confirms mineralization but is of moderate grade and width, contributing to overall continuity rather than being a highlight.

Positive factors

  • Confirms mineralization continuity in the Dolphin Area.

Negative factors

  • Grade is moderate for gold in an open pit setting.
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“1.74”

Context: 7.9

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2537Golden Summit · goldGrade: 6.6Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 6.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2537
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
6.6
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
6.1 m
From
114.6 m
To
120.7 m
Hole Depth
706.2 m
Intercept Depth
114.6 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2537:114.6-120.7
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is a high-grade intercept, indicating the presence of richer zones, although its narrow width limits its overall impact.

Positive factors

  • High-grade gold intercept, exceeding the exceptional threshold for open pit gold.
  • Contributes to potential for higher grade zones.

Negative factors

  • Relatively narrow width.
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“6.60”

Context: 6.1

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2537Golden Summit · goldGrade: 2.41Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 18.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2537
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
2.41
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
18.9 m
From
172.2 m
To
191.1 m
Hole Depth
706.2 m
Intercept Depth
172.2 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2537:172.2-191.1
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A strong grade-width intercept that enhances the understanding of higher-grade zones within the deposit.

Positive factors

  • Strong grade over a good width, contributing to resource definition.
  • Supports potential for higher grade within the main resource area.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“2.41”

Context: 18.9

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2537Golden Summit · goldGrade: 1.36Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 33.6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2537
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
1.36
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
33.6 m
From
249 m
To
282.6 m
Hole Depth
706.2 m
Intercept Depth
249 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2537:249-282.6
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept demonstrates good continuity of mineralization over a substantial width, which is positive for resource modeling.

Positive factors

  • Moderate grade over a significant width, indicating good continuity.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“1.36”

Context: 33.6

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2537Golden Summit · goldGrade: 1.32Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 9.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2537
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
1.32
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
9.1 m
From
367.9 m
To
377 m
Hole Depth
706.2 m
Intercept Depth
367.9 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2537:367.9-377
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A moderate intercept that adds to the overall understanding of the deposit but is not a highlight.

Positive factors

  • Confirms mineralization continuity.

Negative factors

  • Moderate grade and narrow width.
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“1.32”

Context: 9.1

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2537Golden Summit · goldGrade: 0.72Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 25.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2537
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
0.72
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
25.9 m
From
386.2 m
To
412.1 m
Hole Depth
706.2 m
Intercept Depth
386.2 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2537:386.2-412.1
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows continuity over a good width but with a weak grade, contributing to the overall resource but not significantly enhancing it.

Positive factors

  • Demonstrates continuity of mineralization over a good width.

Negative factors

  • Weak grade for gold in an open pit setting.
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“0.72”

Context: 25.9

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2537Golden Summit · goldGrade: 1.46Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 88.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2537
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
1.46
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
88.4 m
From
471.5 m
To
559.9 m
Hole Depth
706.2 m
Intercept Depth
471.5 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2537:471.5-559.9
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept is highly material due to its strong grade over an exceptional width, significantly enhancing the resource potential at depth.

Positive factors

  • Strong grade over an exceptional width, indicating significant mineralization.
  • Contributes substantially to resource potential at depth.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“1.46”

Context: 88.4

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2537Golden Summit · goldGrade: 22.06Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2537
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
22.06
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2.4 m
From
641 m
To
643.4 m
Hole Depth
706.2 m
Intercept Depth
641 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2537:641-643.4
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: An exceptionally high-grade intercept, suggesting bonanza-grade pockets within the deposit, despite its narrow width.

Positive factors

  • Bonanza grade gold intercept, well above the exceptional threshold for open pit gold.
  • Indicates presence of very high-grade zones.

Negative factors

  • Very narrow width.
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“22.06”

Context: 2.4

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2542Golden Summit · goldGrade: 0.71Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 89 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2542
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
0.71
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
89 m
From
13.4 m
To
102.4 m
Hole Depth
773 m
Intercept Depth
13.4 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2542:13.4-102.4
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-80 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows very wide mineralization, which is positive for bulk tonnage, but the grade is weak.

Positive factors

  • Demonstrates very wide mineralization, contributing to bulk tonnage potential.

Negative factors

  • Weak grade for gold in an open pit setting.
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“0.71”

Context: 89.0

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2542Golden Summit · goldGrade: 0.86Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 45.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2542
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
0.86
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
45.7 m
From
120.7 m
To
166.4 m
Hole Depth
773 m
Intercept Depth
120.7 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2542:120.7-166.4
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-80 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept indicates good continuity over a substantial width, but the grade is weak, contributing to the overall resource.

Positive factors

  • Demonstrates good continuity of mineralization over a significant width.

Negative factors

  • Weak grade for gold in an open pit setting.
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“0.86”

Context: 45.7

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2542Golden Summit · goldGrade: 1.7Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 48.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2542
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
1.7
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
48.8 m
From
212.1 m
To
260.9 m
Hole Depth
773 m
Intercept Depth
212.1 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2542:212.1-260.9
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-80 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A strong grade-width intercept that confirms higher-grade mineralization and supports resource expansion efforts.

Positive factors

  • Strong grade over a significant width, confirming higher-grade zones.
  • Supports ongoing efforts to define and expand higher-grade components.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“1.70”

Context: 48.8

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2542Golden Summit · goldGrade: 1.05Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 23.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2542
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
1.05
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
23.2 m
From
370.6 m
To
393.8 m
Hole Depth
773 m
Intercept Depth
370.6 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2542:370.6-393.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-80 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows moderate grade over a good width, contributing to the overall understanding of mineralization continuity.

Positive factors

  • Moderate grade over a good width, indicating continuity.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“1.05”

Context: 23.2

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2542Golden Summit · goldGrade: 1.07Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 33.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2542
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
1.07
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
33.9 m
From
519.6 m
To
553.5 m
Hole Depth
773 m
Intercept Depth
519.6 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2542:519.6-553.5
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-80 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept demonstrates good continuity of mineralization over a substantial width at depth, which is positive for resource modeling.

Positive factors

  • Moderate grade over a significant width, indicating good continuity at depth.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“1.07”

Context: 33.9

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2542Golden Summit · goldGrade: 3.09Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 40.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2542
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
3.09
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
40.8 m
From
570.6 m
To
611.4 m
Hole Depth
773 m
Intercept Depth
570.6 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2542:570.6-611.4
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-80 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A highly material intercept with strong grade over a significant width, confirming higher-grade mineralization at depth and supporting resource expansion.

Positive factors

  • Strong grade over a significant width, confirming higher-grade mineralization at depth.
  • Supports ongoing efforts to define and expand higher-grade components.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“3.09”

Context: 40.8

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2544Golden Summit · goldGrade: 5.17Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 13.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2544
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
5.17
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
13.9 m
From
201.1 m
To
215 m
Hole Depth
598.3 m
Intercept Depth
201.1 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2544:201.1-215
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade intercept is significant, indicating richer zones in the northwest part of the deposit.

Positive factors

  • High-grade gold intercept, exceeding the exceptional threshold for open pit gold.
  • Indicates higher gold grades in the northwest portion of the main deposit.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“5.17”

Context: 13.9

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2544Golden Summit · goldGrade: 46.53Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2544
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
46.53
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.3 m
From
208.5 m
To
209.8 m
Hole Depth
598.3 m
Intercept Depth
208.5 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2544:208.5-209.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: An exceptionally high-grade intercept, indicating bonanza-grade mineralization, despite its very narrow width.

Positive factors

  • Bonanza grade gold intercept, significantly exceeding the exceptional threshold for open pit gold.
  • Highlights very high-grade pockets within the deposit.

Negative factors

  • Very narrow width.
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“46.53”

Context: 1.3

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2544Golden Summit · goldGrade: 1.45Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 8.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2544
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
1.45
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
8.5 m
From
257.5 m
To
266 m
Hole Depth
598.3 m
Intercept Depth
257.5 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2544:257.5-266
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A moderate intercept that adds to the overall understanding of the deposit but is not a highlight.

Positive factors

  • Confirms mineralization continuity.

Negative factors

  • Moderate grade and narrow width.
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“1.45”

Context: 8.5

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2544Golden Summit · goldGrade: 2.94Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 21.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2544
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
2.94
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
21.9 m
From
273.2 m
To
295.1 m
Hole Depth
598.3 m
Intercept Depth
273.2 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2544:273.2-295.1
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A strong grade-width intercept that indicates higher gold grades and supports further resource evaluation.

Positive factors

  • Strong grade over a good width, indicating higher gold grades in the northwest portion.
  • Supports evaluation of resource potential at depth and laterally.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“2.94”

Context: 21.9

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2544Golden Summit · goldGrade: 1.09Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 22.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2544
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
1.09
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
22.1 m
From
321.9 m
To
344 m
Hole Depth
598.3 m
Intercept Depth
321.9 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2544:321.9-344
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows moderate grade over a good width, contributing to the overall understanding of mineralization continuity.

Positive factors

  • Moderate grade over a good width, indicating continuity.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“1.09”

Context: 22.1

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2544Golden Summit · goldGrade: 0.85Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 48.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2544
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
0.85
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
48.3 m
From
379.2 m
To
427.5 m
Hole Depth
598.3 m
Intercept Depth
379.2 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2544:379.2-427.5
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept indicates good continuity over a substantial width but with a weak grade, contributing to the overall resource.

Positive factors

  • Demonstrates good continuity of mineralization over a significant width.

Negative factors

  • Weak grade for gold in an open pit setting.
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“0.85”

Context: 48.3

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2544Golden Summit · goldGrade: 2.34Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 23.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2544
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
2.34
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
23.4 m
From
447.6 m
To
471 m
Hole Depth
598.3 m
Intercept Depth
447.6 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2544:447.6-471
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A strong grade-width intercept that indicates higher gold grades and supports further resource evaluation.

Positive factors

  • Strong grade over a good width, indicating higher gold grades in the northwest portion.
  • Supports evaluation of resource potential at depth and laterally.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“2.34”

Context: 23.4

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2544Golden Summit · goldGrade: 2.94Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 58.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2544
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
2.94
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
58.4 m
From
507.6 m
To
566 m
Hole Depth
598.3 m
Intercept Depth
507.6 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2544:507.6-566
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A highly material intercept with strong grade over an exceptional width, indicating significant mineralization at depth and supporting resource expansion.

Positive factors

  • Strong grade over an exceptional width, indicating significant mineralization at depth.
  • Supports evaluation of resource potential at depth and laterally.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“2.94”

Context: 58.4

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2544Golden Summit · goldGrade: 44.43Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2544
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
44.43
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.9 m
From
509 m
To
510.9 m
Hole Depth
598.3 m
Intercept Depth
509 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2544:509-510.9
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-90 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: An exceptionally high-grade intercept, indicating bonanza-grade mineralization, despite its very narrow width.

Positive factors

  • Bonanza grade gold intercept, significantly exceeding the exceptional threshold for open pit gold.
  • Highlights very high-grade pockets within the deposit.

Negative factors

  • Very narrow width.
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“44.43”

Context: 1.9

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2538Golden Summit · goldGrade: 1.35Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 24.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2538
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
1.35
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
24.4 m
From
331.3 m
To
355.7 m
Hole Depth
666.5 m
Intercept Depth
331.3 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2538:331.3-355.7
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-70 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept provides moderate grade over a good width, supporting infill drilling objectives in the Cleary Area.

Positive factors

  • Moderate grade over a good width, contributing to infill drilling in the Cleary Area.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“1.35”

Context: 24.4

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2539Golden Summit · goldGrade: 6.28Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 9.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2539
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
6.28
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
9.5 m
From
53.6 m
To
63.1 m
Hole Depth
718.4 m
Intercept Depth
53.6 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2539:53.6-63.1
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-70 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade intercept is significant, indicating richer zones in the western Cleary area, despite its narrow width.

Positive factors

  • High-grade gold intercept, exceeding the exceptional threshold for open pit gold.
  • Indicates higher-grade mineralization in the western Cleary area.

Negative factors

  • Relatively narrow width.
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“6.28”

Context: 9.5

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2539Golden Summit · goldGrade: 13.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2539
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
13.5
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
3 m
From
358.8 m
To
361.8 m
Hole Depth
718.4 m
Intercept Depth
358.8 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2539:358.8-361.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-70 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: An exceptionally high-grade intercept, indicating bonanza-grade mineralization, despite its very narrow width.

Positive factors

  • Bonanza grade gold intercept, significantly exceeding the exceptional threshold for open pit gold.
  • Highlights very high-grade pockets within the Cleary area.

Negative factors

  • Very narrow width.
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“13.50”

Context: 3

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2539Golden Summit · goldGrade: 1.41Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 45.6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2539
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
1.41
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
45.6 m
From
425.5 m
To
471.1 m
Hole Depth
718.4 m
Intercept Depth
425.5 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2539:425.5-471.1
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-70 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A strong grade-width intercept that indicates higher-grade mineralization and supports expansion potential in the Cleary Area.

Positive factors

  • Strong grade over a significant width, indicating higher-grade mineralization in the western Cleary area.
  • Supports potential for expansion within the Cleary Area.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“1.41”

Context: 45.6

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2539Golden Summit · goldGrade: 0.78Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 36.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2539
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
0.78
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
36.1 m
From
511.6 m
To
547.7 m
Hole Depth
718.4 m
Intercept Depth
511.6 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2539:511.6-547.7
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-70 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept indicates good continuity over a substantial width but with a weak grade, contributing to the overall resource.

Positive factors

  • Demonstrates good continuity of mineralization over a significant width.

Negative factors

  • Weak grade for gold in an open pit setting.
  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“0.78”

Context: 36.1

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2539Golden Summit · goldGrade: 2.02Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 15.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2539
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
2.02
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
15.2 m
From
581.3 m
To
596.5 m
Hole Depth
718.4 m
Intercept Depth
581.3 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2539:581.3-596.5
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-70 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: A strong grade-width intercept that indicates higher-grade mineralization and supports expansion potential in the Cleary Area.

Positive factors

  • Strong grade over a good width, indicating higher-grade mineralization in the western Cleary area.
  • Supports potential for expansion within the Cleary Area.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“2.02”

Context: 15.2

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2543Golden Summit · goldGrade: 1.06Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 11 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2543
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
1.06
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
11 m
From
12.2 m
To
23.2 m
Hole Depth
529.4 m
Intercept Depth
12.2 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2543:12.2-23.2
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-75 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept provides moderate grade over a moderate width, supporting infill drilling objectives in the Cleary Area.

Positive factors

  • Moderate grade over a moderate width, contributing to infill drilling in the Cleary Area.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“1.06”

Context: 11

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

GS2543Golden Summit · goldGrade: 1.36Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 18.6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
GS2543
Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
usa_ak
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
1.36
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
18.6 m
From
300.8 m
To
319.4 m
Hole Depth
529.4 m
Intercept Depth
300.8 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
GS2543:300.8-319.4
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-75 °

QA/QC

QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept provides moderate grade over a good width, supporting infill drilling objectives in the Cleary Area.

Positive factors

  • Moderate grade over a good width, contributing to infill drilling in the Cleary Area.

Negative factors

  • True width not determined.

Evidence · table

“1.36”

Context: 18.6

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

Fact 32Golden Summit · goldGrade: 1.24Grade Unit: g/tHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
Alaska
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
1.24
Grade Unit
g/t

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS's facilities in Vancouver and Thunder Bay
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
No
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
blanks, standards

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.5
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This historical indicated resource highlights a substantial gold endowment, but it is not new information and lacks explicit tonnage figures and reporting standard details.

Positive factors

  • Large indicated resource base provides a strong foundation for the project.
  • Moderate grade for a large-scale gold deposit.

Negative factors

  • This is a historical estimate, not a new update.
  • Tonnage is not explicitly stated, only contained metal and grade.
  • No specific reporting standard (e.g., JORC, NI 43-101) is mentioned for this historical estimate.

Evidence · text

“As of July 2025, Golden Summit resources include an Indicated Primary Mineral Resource of 17.2 million ounces at 1.24 g/t Au”

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.

Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release

Fact 33Golden Summit · goldGrade: 1.04Grade Unit: g/tHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
Alaska
Ticker
FVL

Geometry

Grade
1.04
Grade Unit
g/t

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS's facilities in Vancouver and Thunder Bay
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
No
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
blanks, standards

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes
Deleterious Elements
arsenic

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.5
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes
Historical Source Date
2025-07-31T00:00:00.000Z

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This historical inferred resource highlights substantial exploration potential, but its lower confidence category and lack of explicit tonnage figures reduce its immediate impact, and it is not new information.

Positive factors

  • Large inferred resource base indicates significant exploration potential.
  • Moderate grade for a large-scale gold deposit.

Negative factors

  • This is a historical estimate, not a new update.
  • Inferred category has lower geological confidence.
  • Tonnage is not explicitly stated, only contained metal and grade.
  • No specific reporting standard (e.g., JORC, NI 43-101) is mentioned for this historical estimate.

Evidence · text

“an Inferred Primary Mineral Resource of 11.9 million ounces at 1.04 g/t Au, using a 0.5 g/t cut-off grade”

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

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

A source-stated penalty, refractory or recovery concern in the fact's scope. Element detection alone, including measured elements explicitly below penalty thresholds, does not trigger this tag. Respect negation and retain a separately stated concern even when another risk is explicitly absent.

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Stale Data Re-releasenegative

Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.

Why it applies: the fact restates a prior release

Metallurgical Results (5)

pilot plantGolden Summit · goldView all details
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Identity

Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
Alaska
Ticker
FVL

Test Work

Program Status
detailed
Test Type
pilot plant
Processing Route
flotation
Sample
1,500 kg sample collected from 12 drill holes

Recovery

Recovery Basis
unspecified
Mass Pull
4 %

Lab

Laboratory
ALS's facilities in Vancouver and Thunder Bay

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The completion of pilot-scale flotation testing from a large, representative sample is a significant positive step, indicating project maturity and efficient concentration, despite the recovery not yet being stated for this specific step.

Positive factors

  • Pilot-scale testing is a high-maturity test, indicating significant project advancement.
  • Production of a flotation concentrate from a large, representative sample is a key milestone.
  • Low mass pull (<4%) indicates efficient concentration.

Negative factors

  • Recovery percentage for this specific pilot-scale flotation is not yet stated.
  • Further testing is required to refine the oxidation process.

Evidence · text

“Pilot-scale testing on a sample representative of the Golden Summit deposit is complete, and a flotation concentrate has been produced from a 1,500 kg sample collected from 12 drill holes. This concentrate, which is less than 4% of the original material, will undergo additional testing”

Tags used in scoring

Mill Routeneutral

Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).

Why it applies: processing_route matches the flotation signal

Pilot Scale Completepositive

Pilot or demonstration plant testing completed under continuous operation.

Why it applies: test_type names pilot-scale work

oxidation test workGolden Summit · goldRecovery: 90 %Historical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
Alaska
Ticker
FVL

Test Work

Program Status
detailed
Test Type
oxidation test work
Processing Route
oxidation

Recovery

Recovery
90 %
Recovery Basis
actual_test

Lab

Laboratory
ALS's facilities in Vancouver and Thunder Bay

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The restatement of high gold recoveries from prior oxidation test work is a strong positive, confirming the viability of a key processing route, though its novelty is low.

Positive factors

  • High gold recoveries (>90%) from oxidation test work are very positive for project economics.
  • Confirms a viable processing route for refractory material.

Negative factors

  • This is a restatement of prior results, not new information.
  • Specific details of the 'prior oxidation test work' are not provided in this release.

Evidence · text

“So far, the prior oxidation test work has been highly successful, showing that total gold recoveries of over 90% are achievable.”
locked-cycle flotationGolden Summit · goldView all details
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Identity

Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
Alaska
Ticker
FVL

Test Work

Program Status
detailed
Test Type
locked-cycle flotation
Processing Route
flotation
Sample
Tailings from locked-cycle flotation tests

Recovery

Recovery Basis
unspecified

Reagents

Reagent Notes
Acid Base Accounting (ABA) and Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedures (TCLP) performed on tailings

Lab

Laboratory
ALS's facilities in Vancouver and Thunder Bay

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The classification of flotation tailings as low risk for acid generation is a significant positive, de-risking the project from an environmental perspective.

Positive factors

  • Tailings classified as low risk for acid generation, addressing a key environmental and permitting concern.
  • Removal of sulphur and presence of calcium carbonate are positive indicators for environmental management.

Negative factors

  • No recovery percentage is provided for this specific test.

Evidence · text

“Tailings from locked-cycle flotation tests using the same flowsheet as the pilot plant have been analyzed for environmental characterization, including Acid Base Accounting (ABA) and Toxicity Characteristic Leaching Procedures (TCLP). Tailings from the flotation-based flowsheet have been classified as low risk for acid generation due to the removal of sulphur and the presence of significant amounts of calcium carbonate.”

Tags used in scoring

Mill Routeneutral

Processing via mill or concentrator (CIL, CIP, tank leach, flotation).

Why it applies: processing_route matches the flotation signal

oxidationGolden Summit · goldRecovery: 90 %Historical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
Alaska
Ticker
FVL

Test Work

Program Status
detailed
Test Type
oxidation
Processing Route
sulphide-oxidizing techniques (BIOX, POX, Albion Process)

Recovery

Recovery
90 %
Recovery Basis
actual_test

Lab

Laboratory
ALS's facilities in Vancouver and Thunder Bay

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The restatement of high gold recoveries from prior sulphide-oxidizing test work is a strong positive, confirming the viability of a key processing route, though its novelty is low and the methods imply higher costs.

Positive factors

  • High gold recoveries (>90%) using established sulphide-oxidizing techniques are very positive for project economics.
  • Confirms a viable processing route for refractory material.

Negative factors

  • This is a restatement of prior results, not new information.
  • Sulphide-oxidizing techniques typically involve higher CAPEX and OPEX.

Evidence · text

“Positive metallurgical results have advanced the project, with recovery rates exceeding 90% using sulphide-oxidizing techniques, including BIOX ® , POX, and the Albion Process™”

Tags used in scoring

POX/BIOX Routeneutral

Pressure or bio-oxidation for refractory ore — high CAPEX and OPEX.

Why it applies: processing_route matches the pox_biox signal

GlassLock Process™Golden Summit · goldHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Project
Golden Summit
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ak
Reported Region
Alaska
Ticker
FVL

Test Work

Program Status
detailed
Test Type
GlassLock Process™
Processing Route
GlassLock Process™

Recovery

Recovery Basis
unspecified

Lab

Laboratory
ALS's facilities in Vancouver and Thunder Bay

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2026-03-10T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The GlassLock Process™ is positive for concentrate quality and marketability by reducing arsenic, but specific quantitative results are not provided in this release.

Positive factors

  • GlassLock Process™ increases gold grade in concentrate, improving product quality.
  • Reduces arsenic content, enabling direct-to-smelter sales and avoiding penalties.

Negative factors

  • This is a restatement of prior results, not new information.
  • No specific recovery or concentrate grade numbers are provided.

Evidence · text

“The GlassLock Process™ has also been tested, increasing the gold grade in the concentrate and reducing arsenic content, enabling direct-to-smelter sales.”

How Atlas produces this analysis

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