Hercules Metals Intersects 420 m of 0.60% Copper and 6 g/t Ag, Including 113 m of 1.38% Copper and 14 g/t Ag at the Leviathan Porphyry System in Idaho
Original announcement by tmx on
- Company
- Hercules Metals Corp.
- Ticker
- BIG
- Exchange
- TSX
- Region
- Idaho
- Primary commodity
- Copper
- Secondary commodities
- Silver, Molybdenum
- Document categories
- Drill results
- Extracted
- 2026-09-13 14:50:28 UTC
Analysis by Minestarters Atlas
Minestarters Atlas analysis
Summary
Hercules Metals reported strong drill results from its Leviathan porphyry copper system in Idaho, including 420.62 m of 0.60% Cu and 5.5 g/t Ag, with a high-grade sub-interval of 112.78 m at 1.38% Cu and 13.7 g/t Ag in hole HER-25-15. Hole HER-25-17 also returned significant mineralization, including 46.03 m of 2.17% Cu and 16.0 g/t Ag, with a bonanza intercept of 6.1 m at 12.52% Cu. The company noted increasing grades at depth linked to a new MT anomaly, suggesting significant expansion potential for the system.
Reasoning: The company reported multiple significant copper intercepts, including very high-grade zones, over substantial widths within a porphyry system. The results indicate strong continuity, potential for depth extension with increasing grades, and new exploration targets identified by geophysics, all supported by robust QA/QC.
Positive factors
- High-grade copper intercepts
- Long continuous mineralization
- Porphyry system
- Increasing grades at depth
- New MT anomaly indicating expansion potential
- Comprehensive QA/QC disclosure
- QP sign-off
Negative factors
- True width not disclosed
Facts used in scoring: 30
Classification and evidence
Bonanza Interceptpositive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Why it applies: 12.52% Cu over 6.1m is exceptionally high-grade for a porphyry system.
Evidence · table
“12.52”
Context: 6.10
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 'insufficient data are available at this time to state the true thickness of the mineralized intervals'.
Evidence · text
“The intervals reported represent drill intercepts and insufficient data are available at this time to state the true thickness of the mineralized intervals.”
Step-Out Extensionpositive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Why it applies: New MT anomalies have been identified and are planned for testing, indicating potential extension of mineralization into untested zones.
Evidence · text
“New Footwall MT Anomaly - One of the five conductive centers occurs at the northern end of Leviathan's Footwall Zone.”
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The release details laboratory certifications (ISO 17025, ISO 9001), assay methods, and QA/QC protocols including blanks, standards, and duplicates, with QP sign-off.
Evidence · text
“All drill core samples were prepped and analyzed at MSA Labs in Elko, Nevada and/or Langley, British Columbia, an ISO 17025 and ISO 9001 certified laboratory.”
Extracted facts
Stored fact records: 30. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.
Drill Results (30)
HER-25-15Leviathan Porphyry System · copperGrade: 0.56Grade Unit: %Intercept: 463.29 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-15
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.56
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 463.29 m
- From
- 300.23 m
- To
- 763.52 m
- Hole Depth
- 763.52 m
- Intercept Depth
- 300.23 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-15:300.23-763.52
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511061.08
- Northing
- 4956764.65
- Elevation
- 1278.28 m
- Azimuth
- 190.14 °
- Dip
- -60.18 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows good copper grade over a very significant width, typical for a porphyry system, indicating substantial mineralization.
Positive factors
- Good copper grade for porphyry
- Very long intercept length
Negative factors
- True width not stated
Evidence · table
“0.56”
Context: 463.29
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
HER-25-15Leviathan Porphyry System · molybdenumGrade: 62Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 463.29 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-15
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- molybdenum
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 62
- Grade Unit
- ppm
- Intercept
- 463.29 m
- From
- 300.23 m
- To
- 763.52 m
- Hole Depth
- 763.52 m
- Intercept Depth
- 300.23 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-15:300.23-763.52
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511061.08
- Northing
- 4956764.65
- Elevation
- 1278.28 m
- Azimuth
- 190.14 °
- Dip
- -60.18 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Molybdenum is present as a byproduct over a long interval, which is common in porphyry systems.
Evidence · table
“62”
Context: 463.29
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
HER-25-15Leviathan Porphyry System · silverGrade: 5.3Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 463.29 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-15
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 5.3
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 463.29 m
- From
- 300.23 m
- To
- 763.52 m
- Hole Depth
- 763.52 m
- Intercept Depth
- 300.23 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-15:300.23-763.52
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511061.08
- Northing
- 4956764.65
- Elevation
- 1278.28 m
- Azimuth
- 190.14 °
- Dip
- -60.18 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Silver is present as a byproduct over a long interval, which is common in porphyry systems.
Evidence · table
“5.3”
Context: 463.29
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
HER-25-15Leviathan Porphyry System · copperGrade: 0.6Grade Unit: %Intercept: 420.62 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-15
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.6
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 420.62 m
- From
- 300.23 m
- To
- 720.85 m
- Hole Depth
- 763.52 m
- Intercept Depth
- 300.23 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-15:300.23-720.85
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511061.08
- Northing
- 4956764.65
- Elevation
- 1278.28 m
- Azimuth
- 190.14 °
- Dip
- -60.18 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This sub-interval shows slightly higher copper grade over a very significant width, reinforcing the presence of substantial mineralization.
Positive factors
- Good copper grade for porphyry
- Very long intercept length
Negative factors
- True width not stated
Evidence · table
“0.60”
Context: 420.62
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
HER-25-15Leviathan Porphyry System · molybdenumGrade: 65Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 420.62 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-15
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- molybdenum
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 65
- Grade Unit
- ppm
- Intercept
- 420.62 m
- From
- 300.23 m
- To
- 720.85 m
- Hole Depth
- 763.52 m
- Intercept Depth
- 300.23 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-15:300.23-720.85
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511061.08
- Northing
- 4956764.65
- Elevation
- 1278.28 m
- Azimuth
- 190.14 °
- Dip
- -60.18 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Molybdenum is present as a byproduct over a long interval, which is common in porphyry systems.
Evidence · table
“65”
Context: 420.62
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
HER-25-15Leviathan Porphyry System · silverGrade: 5.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 420.62 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-15
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 5.5
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 420.62 m
- From
- 300.23 m
- To
- 720.85 m
- Hole Depth
- 763.52 m
- Intercept Depth
- 300.23 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-15:300.23-720.85
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511061.08
- Northing
- 4956764.65
- Elevation
- 1278.28 m
- Azimuth
- 190.14 °
- Dip
- -60.18 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Silver is present as a byproduct over a long interval, which is common in porphyry systems.
Evidence · table
“5.5”
Context: 420.62
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
HER-25-15Leviathan Porphyry System · copperGrade: 1.38Grade Unit: %Intercept: 112.78 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-15
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.38
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 112.78 m
- From
- 347.47 m
- To
- 460.25 m
- Hole Depth
- 763.52 m
- Intercept Depth
- 300.23 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-15:347.47-460.25
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511061.08
- Northing
- 4956764.65
- Elevation
- 1278.28 m
- Azimuth
- 190.14 °
- Dip
- -60.18 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade sub-interval demonstrates a significant zone of enriched copper mineralization within the broader porphyry system.
Positive factors
- Strong copper grade for porphyry
- Significant intercept length
Negative factors
- True width not stated
Evidence · table
“1.38”
Context: 112.78
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
HER-25-15Leviathan Porphyry System · molybdenumGrade: 40Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 112.78 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-15
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- molybdenum
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 40
- Grade Unit
- ppm
- Intercept
- 112.78 m
- From
- 347.47 m
- To
- 460.25 m
- Hole Depth
- 763.52 m
- Intercept Depth
- 300.23 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-15:347.47-460.25
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511061.08
- Northing
- 4956764.65
- Elevation
- 1278.28 m
- Azimuth
- 190.14 °
- Dip
- -60.18 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Molybdenum is present as a byproduct within this high-grade copper zone.
Evidence · table
“40”
Context: 112.78
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
HER-25-15Leviathan Porphyry System · silverGrade: 13.7Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 112.78 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-15
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 13.7
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 112.78 m
- From
- 347.47 m
- To
- 460.25 m
- Hole Depth
- 763.52 m
- Intercept Depth
- 300.23 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-15:347.47-460.25
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511061.08
- Northing
- 4956764.65
- Elevation
- 1278.28 m
- Azimuth
- 190.14 °
- Dip
- -60.18 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Silver is present as a byproduct within this high-grade copper zone.
Evidence · table
“13.7”
Context: 112.78
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
HER-25-17Leviathan Porphyry System · copperGrade: 0.39Grade Unit: %Intercept: 585.22 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-17
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.39
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 585.22 m
- From
- 321.56 m
- To
- 906.78 m
- Hole Depth
- 907 m
- Intercept Depth
- 321.56 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-17:321.56-906.78
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511131.7
- Northing
- 4957112.97
- Elevation
- 1340.34 m
- Azimuth
- 164.99 °
- Dip
- -63.74 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This very long intercept indicates broad, continuous copper mineralization within the porphyry system, providing a large mineralized footprint.
Positive factors
- Long intercept length
- Consistent copper mineralization
Negative factors
- True width not stated
Evidence · table
“0.39”
Context: 585.22
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
HER-25-17Leviathan Porphyry System · molybdenumGrade: 49Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 585.22 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-17
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- molybdenum
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 49
- Grade Unit
- ppm
- Intercept
- 585.22 m
- From
- 321.56 m
- To
- 906.78 m
- Hole Depth
- 907 m
- Intercept Depth
- 321.56 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-17:321.56-906.78
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511131.7
- Northing
- 4957112.97
- Elevation
- 1340.34 m
- Azimuth
- 164.99 °
- Dip
- -63.74 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Molybdenum is present as a byproduct over a very long interval, which is common in porphyry systems.
Evidence · table
“49”
Context: 585.22
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
HER-25-17Leviathan Porphyry System · silverGrade: 2.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 585.22 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-17
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 2.1
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 585.22 m
- From
- 321.56 m
- To
- 906.78 m
- Hole Depth
- 907 m
- Intercept Depth
- 321.56 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-17:321.56-906.78
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511131.7
- Northing
- 4957112.97
- Elevation
- 1340.34 m
- Azimuth
- 164.99 °
- Dip
- -63.74 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Silver is present as a byproduct over a very long interval, which is common in porphyry systems.
Evidence · table
“2.1”
Context: 585.22
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
HER-25-17Leviathan Porphyry System · copperGrade: 2.17Grade Unit: %Intercept: 46.03 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-17
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 2.17
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 46.03 m
- From
- 336.8 m
- To
- 382.83 m
- Hole Depth
- 907 m
- Intercept Depth
- 321.56 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-17:336.8-382.83
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511131.7
- Northing
- 4957112.97
- Elevation
- 1340.34 m
- Azimuth
- 164.99 °
- Dip
- -63.74 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows exceptional copper grade over a good width, indicating a significant zone of high-grade mineralization within the porphyry system.
Positive factors
- Exceptional copper grade for porphyry
- Moderate intercept length
Negative factors
- True width not stated
Evidence · table
“2.17”
Context: 46.03
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
HER-25-17Leviathan Porphyry System · molybdenumGrade: 44Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 46.03 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-17
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- molybdenum
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 44
- Grade Unit
- ppm
- Intercept
- 46.03 m
- From
- 336.8 m
- To
- 382.83 m
- Hole Depth
- 907 m
- Intercept Depth
- 321.56 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-17:336.8-382.83
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511131.7
- Northing
- 4957112.97
- Elevation
- 1340.34 m
- Azimuth
- 164.99 °
- Dip
- -63.74 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Molybdenum is present as a byproduct within this high-grade copper zone.
Evidence · table
“44”
Context: 46.03
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
HER-25-17Leviathan Porphyry System · silverGrade: 16Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 46.03 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-17
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 16
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 46.03 m
- From
- 336.8 m
- To
- 382.83 m
- Hole Depth
- 907 m
- Intercept Depth
- 321.56 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-17:336.8-382.83
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511131.7
- Northing
- 4957112.97
- Elevation
- 1340.34 m
- Azimuth
- 164.99 °
- Dip
- -63.74 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Silver is present as a byproduct within this high-grade copper zone.
Evidence · table
“16.0”
Context: 46.03
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
HER-25-17Leviathan Porphyry System · copperGrade: 12.52Grade Unit: %Intercept: 6.1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-17
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 12.52
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 6.1 m
- From
- 336.8 m
- To
- 342.9 m
- Hole Depth
- 907 m
- Intercept Depth
- 321.56 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-17:336.8-342.9
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511131.7
- Northing
- 4957112.97
- Elevation
- 1340.34 m
- Azimuth
- 164.99 °
- Dip
- -63.74 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This bonanza-grade copper intercept is exceptionally high for a porphyry system, indicating a very rich zone of mineralization.
Positive factors
- Bonanza copper grade
- High-grade within porphyry system
Negative factors
- True width not stated
Evidence · table
“12.52”
Context: 6.10
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
HER-25-17Leviathan Porphyry System · molybdenumGrade: 80Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 6.1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-17
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- molybdenum
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 80
- Grade Unit
- ppm
- Intercept
- 6.1 m
- From
- 336.8 m
- To
- 342.9 m
- Hole Depth
- 907 m
- Intercept Depth
- 321.56 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-17:336.8-342.9
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511131.7
- Northing
- 4957112.97
- Elevation
- 1340.34 m
- Azimuth
- 164.99 °
- Dip
- -63.74 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Molybdenum is present as a byproduct within this bonanza-grade copper zone.
Evidence · table
“80”
Context: 6.10
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
HER-25-17Leviathan Porphyry System · silverGrade: 11.3Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 6.1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-17
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 11.3
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 6.1 m
- From
- 336.8 m
- To
- 342.9 m
- Hole Depth
- 907 m
- Intercept Depth
- 321.56 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-17:336.8-342.9
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511131.7
- Northing
- 4957112.97
- Elevation
- 1340.34 m
- Azimuth
- 164.99 °
- Dip
- -63.74 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Silver is present as a byproduct within this bonanza-grade copper zone.
Evidence · table
“11.3”
Context: 6.10
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
HER-25-17Leviathan Porphyry System · copperGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: %Intercept: 70.1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-17
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.5
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 70.1 m
- From
- 836.68 m
- To
- 906.78 m
- Hole Depth
- 907 m
- Intercept Depth
- 321.56 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-17:836.68-906.78
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511131.7
- Northing
- 4957112.97
- Elevation
- 1340.34 m
- Azimuth
- 164.99 °
- Dip
- -63.74 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept at depth shows good copper grade, suggesting continuity of mineralization deeper within the system.
Positive factors
- Good copper grade for porphyry
- Moderate intercept length
- Indicates mineralization at depth
Negative factors
- True width not stated
Evidence · table
“0.50”
Context: 70.1
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
HER-25-17Leviathan Porphyry System · molybdenumGrade: 117Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 70.1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-17
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- molybdenum
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 117
- Grade Unit
- ppm
- Intercept
- 70.1 m
- From
- 836.68 m
- To
- 906.78 m
- Hole Depth
- 907 m
- Intercept Depth
- 321.56 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-17:836.68-906.78
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511131.7
- Northing
- 4957112.97
- Elevation
- 1340.34 m
- Azimuth
- 164.99 °
- Dip
- -63.74 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Molybdenum is present as a byproduct at depth, which is common in porphyry systems.
Evidence · table
“117”
Context: 70.1
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
HER-25-17Leviathan Porphyry System · silverGrade: 1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 70.1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-17
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 1
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 70.1 m
- From
- 836.68 m
- To
- 906.78 m
- Hole Depth
- 907 m
- Intercept Depth
- 321.56 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-17:836.68-906.78
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511131.7
- Northing
- 4957112.97
- Elevation
- 1340.34 m
- Azimuth
- 164.99 °
- Dip
- -63.74 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Silver is present as a byproduct at depth, which is common in porphyry systems.
Evidence · table
“1.0”
Context: 70.1
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
HER-25-17Leviathan Porphyry System · copperGrade: 0.62Grade Unit: %Intercept: 12.19 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-17
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.62
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 12.19 m
- From
- 894.59 m
- To
- 906.78 m
- Hole Depth
- 907 m
- Intercept Depth
- 321.56 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-17:894.59-906.78
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511131.7
- Northing
- 4957112.97
- Elevation
- 1340.34 m
- Azimuth
- 164.99 °
- Dip
- -63.74 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept at the end of the hole with good copper grade suggests mineralization continues at depth, supporting expansion potential.
Positive factors
- Good copper grade for porphyry
- Indicates mineralization at end of hole
- Increasing grades at depth
Negative factors
- True width not stated
Evidence · table
“0.62”
Context: 12.19
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
HER-25-17Leviathan Porphyry System · molybdenumGrade: 142Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 12.19 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-17
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- molybdenum
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 142
- Grade Unit
- ppm
- Intercept
- 12.19 m
- From
- 894.59 m
- To
- 906.78 m
- Hole Depth
- 907 m
- Intercept Depth
- 321.56 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-17:894.59-906.78
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511131.7
- Northing
- 4957112.97
- Elevation
- 1340.34 m
- Azimuth
- 164.99 °
- Dip
- -63.74 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Molybdenum is present as a byproduct at the end of the hole, which is common in porphyry systems.
Evidence · table
“142”
Context: 12.19
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
HER-25-17Leviathan Porphyry System · silverGrade: 0.2Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 12.19 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-17
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.2
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 12.19 m
- From
- 894.59 m
- To
- 906.78 m
- Hole Depth
- 907 m
- Intercept Depth
- 321.56 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-17:894.59-906.78
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511131.7
- Northing
- 4957112.97
- Elevation
- 1340.34 m
- Azimuth
- 164.99 °
- Dip
- -63.74 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Silver is present as a byproduct at the end of the hole, which is common in porphyry systems.
Evidence · table
“0.2”
Context: 12.19
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
HER-25-19Leviathan Porphyry System · copperGrade: 0.31Grade Unit: %Intercept: 164.9 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-19
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.31
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 164.9 m
- From
- 168.86 m
- To
- 333.76 m
- Hole Depth
- 333.76 m
- Intercept Depth
- 168.86 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-19:168.86-333.76
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511131.7
- Northing
- 4957112.97
- Elevation
- 1340.34 m
- Azimuth
- 151.99 °
- Dip
- -71.04 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This long intercept indicates broad copper mineralization within the porphyry system, contributing to the overall mineralized footprint.
Positive factors
- Long intercept length
- Consistent copper mineralization
Negative factors
- True width not stated
Evidence · table
“0.31”
Context: 164.9
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
HER-25-19Leviathan Porphyry System · molybdenumGrade: 58Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 164.9 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-19
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- molybdenum
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 58
- Grade Unit
- ppm
- Intercept
- 164.9 m
- From
- 168.86 m
- To
- 333.76 m
- Hole Depth
- 333.76 m
- Intercept Depth
- 168.86 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-19:168.86-333.76
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511131.7
- Northing
- 4957112.97
- Elevation
- 1340.34 m
- Azimuth
- 151.99 °
- Dip
- -71.04 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Molybdenum is present as a byproduct over a long interval, which is common in porphyry systems.
Evidence · table
“58”
Context: 164.9
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
HER-25-19Leviathan Porphyry System · silverGrade: 4.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 164.9 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-19
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 4.1
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 164.9 m
- From
- 168.86 m
- To
- 333.76 m
- Hole Depth
- 333.76 m
- Intercept Depth
- 168.86 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-19:168.86-333.76
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511131.7
- Northing
- 4957112.97
- Elevation
- 1340.34 m
- Azimuth
- 151.99 °
- Dip
- -71.04 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Silver is present as a byproduct over a long interval, which is common in porphyry systems.
Evidence · table
“4.1”
Context: 164.9
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
HER-25-19Leviathan Porphyry System · copperGrade: 0.54Grade Unit: %Intercept: 41.45 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-19
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- copper
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.54
- Grade Unit
- %
- Intercept
- 41.45 m
- From
- 168.86 m
- To
- 210.31 m
- Hole Depth
- 333.76 m
- Intercept Depth
- 168.86 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-19:168.86-210.31
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511131.7
- Northing
- 4957112.97
- Elevation
- 1340.34 m
- Azimuth
- 151.99 °
- Dip
- -71.04 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This sub-interval shows good copper grade over a moderate width, contributing to the overall mineralized footprint.
Positive factors
- Good copper grade for porphyry
- Moderate intercept length
Negative factors
- True width not stated
Evidence · table
“0.54”
Context: 41.45
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
HER-25-19Leviathan Porphyry System · molybdenumGrade: 56Grade Unit: ppmIntercept: 41.45 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-19
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- molybdenum
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 56
- Grade Unit
- ppm
- Intercept
- 41.45 m
- From
- 168.86 m
- To
- 210.31 m
- Hole Depth
- 333.76 m
- Intercept Depth
- 168.86 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-19:168.86-210.31
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511131.7
- Northing
- 4957112.97
- Elevation
- 1340.34 m
- Azimuth
- 151.99 °
- Dip
- -71.04 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Molybdenum is present as a byproduct within this copper zone.
Evidence · table
“56”
Context: 41.45
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
HER-25-19Leviathan Porphyry System · silverGrade: 7.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 41.45 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- HER-25-19
- Project
- Leviathan Porphyry System
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- usa_id
- Reported Region
- usa_id
- Ticker
- BIG
Geometry
- Grade
- 7.1
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 41.45 m
- From
- 168.86 m
- To
- 210.31 m
- Hole Depth
- 333.76 m
- Intercept Depth
- 168.86 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- porphyry
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- HER-25-19:168.86-210.31
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Easting
- 511131.7
- Northing
- 4957112.97
- Elevation
- 1340.34 m
- Azimuth
- 151.99 °
- Dip
- -71.04 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- MSA Labs
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Deleterious
- Deleterious Flag
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-02-04T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: Silver is present as a byproduct within this copper zone.
Evidence · table
“7.1”
Context: 41.45
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
How Atlas produces this analysis
Minestarters Atlas uses automated extraction to summarize mining announcements, identify reported measurements, and classify supporting evidence. Sentiment reflects the extracted narrative and classification rules; it is an interpretation, not a reported measurement. Evidence quotes and context are provided where available. Missing data, low-confidence results, and review flags indicate limitations. Check the original publisher announcement before relying on an interpretation.