Golden Minerals Provides Exploration Properties Update

Original announcement by tmx on

Company
Golden Minerals Company
Ticker
AUMN
Exchange
TSX
Region
Mexico
Primary commodity
Gold
Secondary commodities
Silver
Document categories
Drill results, Agreement transaction, Economic study, Resource update
Extracted
2026-09-17 11:48:52 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

Golden Minerals provided an update on its exploration properties, highlighting positive drill results from the Santa Maria project in Mexico, which support previous resource estimates and will inform a planned resource update and Preliminary Economic Assessment. The company also announced an earn-in agreement with Electrum Global Holdings for its Celaya project, securing funding for exploration. Conversely, drill results from the San Luis del Cordero project were disappointing, leading to the termination of the farm-in agreement, and the company sold its interest in the San Diego property.

Reasoning: The document provides an update on multiple exploration properties. Positive drill results at Santa Maria, coupled with a planned resource update and PEA, suggest potential. The earn-in agreement for Celaya and the sale of San Diego are positive corporate developments. However, negative drill results at San Luis del Cordero led to project termination.

Positive factors

  • Drill results at Santa Maria support previous resource estimate and show high-grade silver intercepts, indicating potential for resource update and PEA.
  • Earn-in agreement for Celaya project de-risks exploration and brings in funding from Electrum Global Holdings.
  • Sale of San Diego interest provides cash, shares, and a royalty, monetizing a non-core asset.

Negative factors

  • Drill results at San Luis del Cordero did not expand or advance the resource estimate, leading to termination of the farm-in agreement.
  • Drill intercepts at Santa Maria are generally narrow, which may impact mining economics.

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

Facts used in scoring: 53

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 50. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Drill Results (48)

SM16-01Santa Maria · goldGrade: 0.52Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-01
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
0.52
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.7 m
True Width
1.4 m
From
47.9 m
To
49.6 m
Intercept Depth
47.9 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-01:47.9-49.6
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Narrow gold intercept with low grade, but true width is disclosed and QA/QC is present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“0.52”

Context: 1.7

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.4

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-01Santa Maria · silverGrade: 103Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-01
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
103
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.7 m
True Width
1.4 m
From
47.9 m
To
49.6 m
Intercept Depth
47.9 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-01:47.9-49.6
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Moderate silver grade in a narrow intercept, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • Moderate silver grade for a narrow vein deposit.
  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“103”

Context: 1.7

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.4

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-02Santa Maria · goldGrade: 0.28Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-02
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
0.28
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.8 m
True Width
1.1 m
From
46 m
To
47.8 m
Intercept Depth
46 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-02:46-47.8
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low gold grade in a narrow intercept, but true width is disclosed and QA/QC is present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Low gold grade.
  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“0.28”

Context: 1.8

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-02Santa Maria · silverGrade: 361Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-02
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
361
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.8 m
True Width
1.1 m
From
46 m
To
47.8 m
Intercept Depth
46 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-02:46-47.8
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Strong silver grade in a narrow intercept, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • Strong silver grade for a narrow vein deposit.
  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“361”

Context: 1.8

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-02Santa Maria · goldGrade: 0.96Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 5.4 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
SM16-02
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
0.96
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
5.4 m
True Width
4.2 m
From
54.1 m
To
59.5 m
Intercept Depth
54.1 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-02:54.1-59.5
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Moderate gold grade over a moderate width, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.
  • Moderate intercept length.

Negative factors

  • Low gold grade for underground mining.

Evidence · table

“0.96”

Context: 5.4

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 4.2

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-02Santa Maria · silverGrade: 326Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 5.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-02
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
326
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
5.4 m
True Width
4.2 m
From
54.1 m
To
59.5 m
Intercept Depth
54.1 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-02:54.1-59.5
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Strong silver grade over a moderate width, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • Strong silver grade for a narrow vein deposit.
  • True width disclosed.
  • Moderate intercept length.

Evidence · table

“326”

Context: 5.4

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 4.2

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-03Santa Maria · goldGrade: 0.81Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-03
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
0.81
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
4.1 m
True Width
2.4 m
From
55.3 m
To
59.5 m
Intercept Depth
55.3 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-03:55.3-59.5
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Moderate gold grade over a moderate width, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.
  • Moderate intercept length.

Negative factors

  • Low gold grade for underground mining.

Evidence · table

“0.81”

Context: 4.1

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 2.4

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-03Santa Maria · silverGrade: 456Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4.1 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
SM16-03
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
456
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
4.1 m
True Width
2.4 m
From
55.3 m
To
59.5 m
Intercept Depth
55.3 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-03:55.3-59.5
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Strong silver grade over a moderate width, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • Strong silver grade for a narrow vein deposit.
  • True width disclosed.
  • Moderate intercept length.

Evidence · table

“456”

Context: 4.1

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 2.4

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-04Santa Maria · goldGrade: 0.54Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.2 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
SM16-04
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
0.54
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2.2 m
True Width
1 m
From
78.3 m
To
80.5 m
Intercept Depth
78.3 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-04:78.3-80.5
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low gold grade in a narrow intercept, but true width is disclosed and QA/QC is present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Low gold grade.
  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“0.54”

Context: 2.2

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-04Santa Maria · silverGrade: 289Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.2 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
SM16-04
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
289
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2.2 m
True Width
1 m
From
78.3 m
To
80.5 m
Intercept Depth
78.3 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-04:78.3-80.5
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Moderate silver grade in a narrow intercept, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • Moderate silver grade for a narrow vein deposit.
  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“289”

Context: 2.2

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-05Santa Maria · goldGrade: 0.96Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.8 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
SM16-05
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
0.96
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
0.8 m
True Width
0.7 m
From
33.2 m
To
34.1 m
Intercept Depth
33.2 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-05:33.2-34.1
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low gold grade in a very narrow intercept, but true width is disclosed and QA/QC is present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Low gold grade for underground mining.
  • Very narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“0.96”

Context: 0.8

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 0.7

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-05Santa Maria · silverGrade: 488Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.8 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
SM16-05
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
488
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
0.8 m
True Width
0.7 m
From
33.2 m
To
34.1 m
Intercept Depth
33.2 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-05:33.2-34.1
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Strong silver grade in a very narrow intercept, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • Strong silver grade for a narrow vein deposit.
  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Very narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“488”

Context: 0.8

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 0.7

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-05Santa Maria · goldGrade: 1.01Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.8 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
SM16-05
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
1.01
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.8 m
True Width
1.5 m
From
48.5 m
To
50.3 m
Intercept Depth
48.5 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-05:48.5-50.3
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low gold grade in a narrow intercept, but true width is disclosed and QA/QC is present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Low gold grade for underground mining.
  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“1.01”

Context: 1.8

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.5

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-05Santa Maria · silverGrade: 290Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.8 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
SM16-05
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
290
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.8 m
True Width
1.5 m
From
48.5 m
To
50.3 m
Intercept Depth
48.5 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-05:48.5-50.3
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Moderate silver grade in a narrow intercept, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • Moderate silver grade for a narrow vein deposit.
  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“290”

Context: 1.8

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.5

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-07Santa Maria · goldGrade: 1.51Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-07
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
1.51
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2.2 m
True Width
1.3 m
From
82.2 m
To
84.4 m
Intercept Depth
82.2 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-07:82.2-84.4
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low gold grade in a narrow intercept, but true width is disclosed and QA/QC is present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Low gold grade for underground mining.
  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“1.51”

Context: 2.2

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.3

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-07Santa Maria · silverGrade: 336Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-07
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
336
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2.2 m
True Width
1.3 m
From
82.2 m
To
84.4 m
Intercept Depth
82.2 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-07:82.2-84.4
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Strong silver grade in a narrow intercept, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • Strong silver grade for a narrow vein deposit.
  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“336”

Context: 2.2

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.3

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-08Santa Maria · goldGrade: 3.15Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-08
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
3.15
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
0.5 m
True Width
0.4 m
From
58.4 m
To
58.9 m
Intercept Depth
58.4 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-08:58.4-58.9
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Moderate gold grade in a very narrow intercept, but true width is disclosed and QA/QC is present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Very narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“3.15”

Context: 0.5

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 0.4

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-08Santa Maria · silverGrade: 373Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-08
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
373
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
0.5 m
True Width
0.4 m
From
58.4 m
To
58.9 m
Intercept Depth
58.4 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-08:58.4-58.9
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Strong silver grade in a very narrow intercept, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • Strong silver grade for a narrow vein deposit.
  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Very narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“373”

Context: 0.5

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 0.4

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-09Santa Maria · goldGrade: 1.31Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-09
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
1.31
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
0.8 m
True Width
0.5 m
From
68 m
To
68.8 m
Intercept Depth
68 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-09:68-68.8
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low gold grade in a very narrow intercept, but true width is disclosed and QA/QC is present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Low gold grade for underground mining.
  • Very narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“1.31”

Context: 0.8

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 0.5

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-09Santa Maria · silverGrade: 574Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-09
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
574
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
0.8 m
True Width
0.5 m
From
68 m
To
68.8 m
Intercept Depth
68 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-09:68-68.8
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Exceptional silver grade in a very narrow intercept, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional silver grade for a narrow vein deposit.
  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Very narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“574”

Context: 0.8

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 0.5

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-10Santa Maria · goldGrade: 0.09Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-10
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
0.09
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2 m
True Width
1.3 m
From
62.5 m
To
64.5 m
Intercept Depth
62.5 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-10:62.5-64.5
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Very low gold grade in a narrow intercept, but true width is disclosed and QA/QC is present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Very low gold grade.
  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“0.09”

Context: 2.0

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.3

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-10Santa Maria · silverGrade: 48Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-10
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
48
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2 m
True Width
1.3 m
From
62.5 m
To
64.5 m
Intercept Depth
62.5 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-10:62.5-64.5
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low silver grade in a narrow intercept, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Low silver grade.
  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“48”

Context: 2.0

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.3

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-11Santa Maria · goldGrade: 0.26Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-11
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
0.26
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.6 m
True Width
1.4 m
From
2 m
To
3.6 m
Intercept Depth
2 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-11:2-3.6
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low gold grade in a narrow intercept, but true width is disclosed and QA/QC is present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Low gold grade.
  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“0.26”

Context: 1.6

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.4

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-11Santa Maria · silverGrade: 300Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.6 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-11
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
300
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.6 m
True Width
1.4 m
From
2 m
To
3.6 m
Intercept Depth
2 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-11:2-3.6
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Moderate silver grade in a narrow intercept, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • Moderate silver grade for a narrow vein deposit.
  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“300”

Context: 1.6

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.4

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-11Santa Maria · goldGrade: 0.28Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-11
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
0.28
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2 m
True Width
1.8 m
From
41.4 m
To
43.4 m
Intercept Depth
41.4 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-11:41.4-43.4
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low gold grade in a narrow intercept, but true width is disclosed and QA/QC is present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Low gold grade.
  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“0.28”

Context: 2.0

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.8

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-11Santa Maria · silverGrade: 149Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-11
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
149
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2 m
True Width
1.8 m
From
41.4 m
To
43.4 m
Intercept Depth
41.4 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-11:41.4-43.4
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low silver grade in a narrow intercept, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Low silver grade.
  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“149”

Context: 2.0

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.8

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-12Santa Maria · goldGrade: 1.7Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-12
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
1.7
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
0.8 m
True Width
0.5 m
From
51.3 m
To
52.1 m
Intercept Depth
51.3 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-12:51.3-52.1
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low gold grade in a very narrow intercept, but true width is disclosed and QA/QC is present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Low gold grade for underground mining.
  • Very narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“1.70”

Context: 0.8

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 0.5

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-12Santa Maria · silverGrade: 76Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-12
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
76
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
0.8 m
True Width
0.5 m
From
51.3 m
To
52.1 m
Intercept Depth
51.3 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-12:51.3-52.1
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low silver grade in a very narrow intercept, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Low silver grade.
  • Very narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“76”

Context: 0.8

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 0.5

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-15Santa Maria · goldGrade: 5.79Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-15
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
5.79
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.7 m
True Width
1 m
From
24.3 m
To
26 m
Intercept Depth
24.3 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-15:24.3-26
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Strong gold grade in a narrow intercept, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • Strong gold grade for underground mining.
  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“5.79”

Context: 1.7

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-15Santa Maria · silverGrade: 991Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-15
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
991
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.7 m
True Width
1 m
From
24.3 m
To
26 m
Intercept Depth
24.3 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-15:24.3-26
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Exceptional silver grade in a narrow intercept, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional silver grade for a narrow vein deposit.
  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“991”

Context: 1.7

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-15Santa Maria · goldGrade: 0.99Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-15
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
0.99
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.5 m
True Width
1 m
From
86 m
To
87.5 m
Intercept Depth
86 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-15:86-87.5
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low gold grade in a narrow intercept, but true width is disclosed and QA/QC is present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Low gold grade for underground mining.
  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“0.99”

Context: 1.5

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-15Santa Maria · silverGrade: 173Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-15
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
173
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.5 m
True Width
1 m
From
86 m
To
87.5 m
Intercept Depth
86 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-15:86-87.5
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low silver grade in a narrow intercept, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Low silver grade.
  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“173”

Context: 1.5

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-16Santa Maria · goldGrade: 0.29Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-16
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
0.29
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
True Width
1 m
From
45.5 m
To
46.6 m
Intercept Depth
45.5 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-16:45.5-46.6
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low gold grade in a very narrow intercept, but true width is disclosed and QA/QC is present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Low gold grade.
  • Very narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“0.29”

Context: 1.0

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-16Santa Maria · silverGrade: 145Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-16
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
145
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1 m
True Width
1 m
From
45.5 m
To
46.6 m
Intercept Depth
45.5 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-16:45.5-46.6
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low silver grade in a very narrow intercept, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Low silver grade.
  • Very narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“145”

Context: 1.0

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-16Santa Maria · goldGrade: 0.12Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-16
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
0.12
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.1 m
True Width
1.1 m
From
51.4 m
To
52.5 m
Intercept Depth
51.4 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-16:51.4-52.5
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Very low gold grade in a very narrow intercept, but true width is disclosed and QA/QC is present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Very low gold grade.
  • Very narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“0.12”

Context: 1.1

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-16Santa Maria · silverGrade: 161Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-16
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
161
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.1 m
True Width
1.1 m
From
51.4 m
To
52.5 m
Intercept Depth
51.4 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-16:51.4-52.5
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low silver grade in a very narrow intercept, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Low silver grade.
  • Very narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“161”

Context: 1.1

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-18Santa Maria · goldGrade: 1.45Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-18
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
1.45
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.4 m
True Width
1.3 m
From
72 m
To
73.4 m
Intercept Depth
72 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-18:72-73.4
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low gold grade in a narrow intercept, but true width is disclosed and QA/QC is present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Low gold grade for underground mining.
  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“1.45”

Context: 1.4

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.3

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-18Santa Maria · silverGrade: 1221Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-18
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
1221
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.4 m
True Width
1.3 m
From
72 m
To
73.4 m
Intercept Depth
72 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-18:72-73.4
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Exceptional silver grade in a narrow intercept, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional silver grade for a narrow vein deposit.
  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“1,221”

Context: 1.4

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.3

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-18Santa Maria · goldGrade: 0.42Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-18
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
0.42
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.3 m
True Width
1.2 m
From
78.6 m
To
79.8 m
Intercept Depth
78.6 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-18:78.6-79.8
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low gold grade in a narrow intercept, but true width is disclosed and QA/QC is present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Low gold grade.
  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“0.42”

Context: 1.3

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.2

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-18Santa Maria · silverGrade: 342Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-18
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
342
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.3 m
True Width
1.2 m
From
78.6 m
To
79.8 m
Intercept Depth
78.6 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-18:78.6-79.8
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Strong silver grade in a narrow intercept, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • Strong silver grade for a narrow vein deposit.
  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“342”

Context: 1.3

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.2

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-19Santa Maria · goldGrade: 1.3Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.8 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-19
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
1.3
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.8 m
True Width
1 m
From
92 m
To
93.8 m
Intercept Depth
92 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-19:92-93.8
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low gold grade in a narrow intercept, but true width is disclosed and QA/QC is present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Low gold grade for underground mining.
  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“1.30”

Context: 1.8

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-19Santa Maria · silverGrade: 549Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.8 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-19
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
549
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.8 m
True Width
1 m
From
92 m
To
93.8 m
Intercept Depth
92 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-19:92-93.8
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Exceptional silver grade in a narrow intercept, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional silver grade for a narrow vein deposit.
  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“549”

Context: 1.8

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-22Santa Maria · goldGrade: 1.11Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.2 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-22
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
1.11
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.2 m
True Width
0.6 m
From
103.3 m
To
104.5 m
Intercept Depth
103.3 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-22:103.3-104.5
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low gold grade in a very narrow intercept, but true width is disclosed and QA/QC is present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Low gold grade for underground mining.
  • Very narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“1.11”

Context: 1.2

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 0.6

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-22Santa Maria · silverGrade: 222Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.2 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-22
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
222
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.2 m
True Width
0.6 m
From
103.3 m
To
104.5 m
Intercept Depth
103.3 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-22:103.3-104.5
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Moderate silver grade in a very narrow intercept, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • Moderate silver grade for a narrow vein deposit.
  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Very narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“222”

Context: 1.2

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 0.6

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-23Santa Maria · goldGrade: 0.41Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.1 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-23
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
0.41
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2.1 m
True Width
1.5 m
From
1.9 m
To
4 m
Intercept Depth
1.9 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-23:1.9-4
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low gold grade in a narrow intercept, but true width is disclosed and QA/QC is present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Low gold grade.
  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“0.41”

Context: 2.1

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.5

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-23Santa Maria · silverGrade: 552Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.1 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-23
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
552
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2.1 m
True Width
1.5 m
From
1.9 m
To
4 m
Intercept Depth
1.9 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-23:1.9-4
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Exceptional silver grade in a narrow intercept, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional silver grade for a narrow vein deposit.
  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“552”

Context: 2.1

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.5

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-23Santa Maria · goldGrade: 0.82Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.2 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-23
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
gold
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
0.82
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2.2 m
True Width
1.6 m
From
61.7 m
To
63.8 m
Intercept Depth
61.7 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-23:61.7-63.8
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Low gold grade in a narrow intercept, but true width is disclosed and QA/QC is present.

Positive factors

  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Low gold grade for underground mining.
  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“0.82”

Context: 2.2

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.6

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

SM16-23Santa Maria · silverGrade: 298Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.2 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
SM16-23
Project
Santa Maria
Commodity
silver
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Geometry

Grade
298
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2.2 m
True Width
1.6 m
From
61.7 m
To
63.8 m
Intercept Depth
61.7 m

Classification

Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
SM16-23:61.7-63.8
Mining Method
underground

QA/QC

Laboratory
independent ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Chihuahua, Mexico and ISO 9001:2001 certified laboratory in Canada
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Review

Needs Review
Yes
Review Reason
historical_restatement
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
Yes

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: Moderate silver grade in a narrow intercept, with true width disclosed and QA/QC present.

Positive factors

  • Moderate silver grade for a narrow vein deposit.
  • True width disclosed.

Negative factors

  • Narrow intercept length.

Evidence · table

“298”

Context: 2.2

Tags used in scoring

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: true_width_m is 1.6

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

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

Resource Estimates (2)

Fact 1Santa MariaView all details
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Identity

Project
Santa Maria
Region
mexico
Reported Region
Chihuahua, Mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Resource scope

Resource group id
resource:c43b4652319c7c8fc878

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The company is evaluating drill results to update the resource estimate in the second half of 2016, which is a positive step for the project.

Positive factors

  • Planned resource estimate update indicates progress towards refining geological understanding.

Evidence · text

“the Company is evaluating the results to update the resource estimate and complete a Preliminary Economic Assessment during the second half of 2016.”

Tags used in scoring

Cut-off Undisclosednegative

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

Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

PEA-Supportingneutral

Resource estimate prepared to support a Preliminary Economic Assessment — early-stage study.

Why it applies: the release names the study this estimate supports

indicatedSan Luis del CorderoView all details
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Identity

Project
San Luis del Cordero
Region
mexico
Reported Region
mexico
Ticker
AUMN

Resource Data

Category
indicated

Review

Needs Review
No
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2016-08-11T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: The exploration drilling program at San Luis del Cordero yielded negative results, failing to expand the resource estimate and leading to the termination of the farm-in agreement, indicating a significant setback for the project.

Negative factors

  • Drill program did not expand or advance the resource estimate.
  • Company intends to terminate the farm-in arrangement.

Evidence · text

“Golden Minerals began a 20-hole, 4,600-meter exploration drilling program at the Santa Rosa vein of the San Luis del Cordero project in the first quarter 2016. The program was concluded in June 2016 with the final assessment of results available in July. Results did not expand or advance the resource estimate of the previous owner and the Company's evaluation indicated that further work on the project is not likely to meet near-term objectives. Golden Minerals intends to terminate the farm-in arrangement for the property in August 2016 .”

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

No Contained Metalnegative

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

Why it applies: contained_metal was not reported

How Atlas produces this analysis

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