Mandalay Successfully Depth Tests the Björkdal Norrberget Gold Deposit Intercepting 13.3 g/t Gold Over 5.5 Meters
Original announcement by tmx on
- Company
- Mandalay Resources Corporation
- Ticker
- MND
- Exchange
- TSX
- Region
- Sweden
- Primary commodity
- Gold
- Secondary commodities
- None reported
- Document categories
- Drill results
- Extracted
- 2026-09-16 11:11:09 UTC
Analysis by Minestarters Atlas
Minestarters Atlas analysis
Summary
Mandalay Resources Corporation announced drill results from its Norrberget gold deposit and Vidmyran exploration target in Sweden, located near its Björkdal mine. Highlights include 13.3 g/t gold over 5.55 m (5.22 m estimated true width) in hole NB23-004, extending the Norrberget deposit down-plunge by 120 m. The program also intercepted 17.5 g/t gold over 1.50 m (1.41 m estimated true width) in NB23-007 at Norrberget, and 17.2 g/t gold over 1.30 m (0.65 m estimated true width) in VM22-001 at Vidmyran, with all results supported by estimated true widths and comprehensive QA/QC.
Reasoning: The drill program successfully extended the Norrberget gold deposit down-plunge by 120m with multiple high-grade intercepts, including 17.5 g/t gold over 1.50m and 13.3 g/t gold over 5.55m, and identified promising gold-bearing veining at the Vidmyran target, indicating strong exploration potential. All significant intercepts include estimated true widths and robust QA/QC.
Positive factors
- Bonanza Intercept
- True Width Disclosed
- Step-Out Extension
- QA/QC Disclosed
- QP Signed
Low confidence — this extraction should be reviewed alongside the original source.
Facts used in scoring: 11
Classification and evidence
Bonanza Interceptpositive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Why it applies: The intercept of 17.5 g/t gold over 1.50 m (ETW 1.41m) in NB23-007 is exceptional for an orogenic gold deposit, exceeding the 15 g/t threshold.
Evidence · table
“17.5”
Context: 1.50
Bonanza Interceptpositive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Why it applies: The intercept of 17.2 g/t gold over 1.30 m (ETW 0.6m) in VM22-001 is exceptional for an orogenic gold deposit, exceeding the 15 g/t threshold.
Evidence · table
“17.2”
Context: 1.30
Bonanza Interceptpositive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Why it applies: The intercept of 13.3 g/t gold over 5.55 m (ETW 5.22m) in NB23-004 is strong for an orogenic gold deposit, exceeding the 7 g/t threshold.
Evidence · table
“13.3”
Context: 5.55
Bonanza Interceptpositive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Why it applies: The intercept of 12.2 g/t gold over 1.40 m (ETW 1.21m) in VM22-003 is strong for an orogenic gold deposit, exceeding the 7 g/t threshold.
Evidence · table
“12.2”
Context: 1.40
True Width Disclosedpositive
Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.
Why it applies: All reported intercepts include an 'ESTIMATED TRUE WIDTH (M)' column, providing the actual thickness perpendicular to the structure.
Evidence · table
“ESTIMATED TRUE WIDTH (M)”
Context: HOLE ID
Step-Out Extensionpositive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Why it applies: The drilling successfully extended the Norrberget deposit down-plunge by approximately 120 m, indicating mineralization beyond the previously known limit.
Evidence · text
“Successfully extended the Norrberget deposit down-plunge by approximately 120 m or by an additional 80%”
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The release explicitly mentions Mandalay's rigorous QA/QC program, including the use of standard reference samples, blanks, duplicates, repeats, and internal laboratory quality assurance procedures.
Evidence · text
“Mandalay's rigorous QA/QC program included the use of standard reference samples, blanks, duplicates, repeats, and internal laboratory quality assurance procedures.”
QP Signedpositive · Story-specific tag
No canonical definition is currently available.
Why it applies: Chris Davis, Vice President of Operational Geology and Exploration at Mandalay Resources, is a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101 and has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information in the release.
Evidence · text
“Chris Davis , Vice President of Operational Geology and Exploration at Mandalay Resources, is a Chartered Professional of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (MAusIMM CP(Geo)), as well as a Member of the Australian Institute of Geoscientists (MAIG) and a Qualified Person as defined by NI 43-101. He has reviewed and approved the technical and scientific information provided in this release.”
Extracted facts
Stored fact records: 11. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.
Drill Results (11)
NB23-004Björkdal Norrberget Gold Deposit · goldGrade: 1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.45 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NB23-004
- Project
- Björkdal Norrberget Gold Deposit
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- sweden
- Reported Region
- sweden
- Ticker
- MND
Geometry
- Grade
- 1
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1.45 m
- True Width
- 1.26 m
- From
- 108.85 m
- To
- 110.3 m
- Hole Depth
- 182.6 m
- Intercept Depth
- 108.85 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NB23-004:108.85-110.3
- Mining Method
- underground
Location
- Easting
- 769155
- Northing
- 7211970
- Elevation
- 124 m
- Azimuth
- 140 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- CRS Laboratories Oy and MSALABS
- 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
- 2024-05-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows a low gold grade, but the true width is disclosed, and the overall QA/QC is robust.
Positive factors
- True Width Disclosed
- QA/QC Disclosed
- QP Signed
Evidence · table
“1.0”
Context: 1.45
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 1.26
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
NB23-004Björkdal Norrberget Gold Deposit · goldGrade: 13.3Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 5.55 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NB23-004
- Project
- Björkdal Norrberget Gold Deposit
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- sweden
- Reported Region
- sweden
- Ticker
- MND
Geometry
- Grade
- 13.3
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 5.55 m
- True Width
- 5.22 m
- From
- 111.8 m
- To
- 117.35 m
- Hole Depth
- 182.6 m
- Intercept Depth
- 108.85 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NB23-004:111.8-117.35
- Mining Method
- underground
Location
- Easting
- 769155
- Northing
- 7211970
- Elevation
- 124 m
- Azimuth
- 140 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- CRS Laboratories Oy and MSALABS
- 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
- 2024-05-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade intercept is a key highlight, significantly extending the Norrberget deposit down-plunge with a good true width.
Positive factors
- Bonanza Intercept
- True Width Disclosed
- Step-Out Extension
- QA/QC Disclosed
- QP Signed
Evidence · table
“13.3”
Context: 5.55
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 5.22
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
NB23-004Björkdal Norrberget Gold Deposit · goldGrade: 2.3Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NB23-004
- Project
- Björkdal Norrberget Gold Deposit
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- sweden
- Reported Region
- sweden
- Ticker
- MND
Geometry
- Grade
- 2.3
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 2.1 m
- True Width
- 1.61 m
- From
- 127.3 m
- To
- 129.4 m
- Hole Depth
- 182.6 m
- Intercept Depth
- 108.85 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NB23-004:127.3-129.4
- Mining Method
- underground
Location
- Easting
- 769155
- Northing
- 7211970
- Elevation
- 124 m
- Azimuth
- 140 °
- Dip
- -60 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- CRS Laboratories Oy and MSALABS
- 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
- 2024-05-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate gold grade with true width disclosed, contributing to the overall understanding of the deposit.
Positive factors
- True Width Disclosed
- QA/QC Disclosed
- QP Signed
Evidence · table
“2.3”
Context: 2.10
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 1.61
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
NB23-005Björkdal Norrberget Gold Deposit · goldGrade: 1.7Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NB23-005
- Project
- Björkdal Norrberget Gold Deposit
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- sweden
- Reported Region
- sweden
- Ticker
- MND
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.7
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 4.5 m
- True Width
- 3.69 m
- From
- 134.2 m
- To
- 138.7 m
- Hole Depth
- 182.5 m
- Intercept Depth
- 134.2 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NB23-005:134.2-138.7
- Mining Method
- underground
Location
- Easting
- 769130
- Northing
- 7212039
- Elevation
- 123 m
- Azimuth
- 140 °
- Dip
- -56 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- CRS Laboratories Oy and MSALABS
- 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
- 2024-05-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate gold grade with true width disclosed, contributing to the overall understanding of the deposit.
Positive factors
- True Width Disclosed
- QA/QC Disclosed
- QP Signed
Evidence · table
“1.7”
Context: 4.50
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 3.69
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
NB23-006Björkdal Norrberget Gold Deposit · goldGrade: 2Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NB23-006
- Project
- Björkdal Norrberget Gold Deposit
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- sweden
- Reported Region
- sweden
- Ticker
- MND
Geometry
- Grade
- 2
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 4.5 m
- True Width
- 3.9 m
- From
- 130.65 m
- To
- 135.15 m
- Hole Depth
- 203.7 m
- Intercept Depth
- 130.65 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NB23-006:130.65-135.15
- Mining Method
- underground
Location
- Easting
- 769130
- Northing
- 7212039
- Elevation
- 123 m
- Azimuth
- 150 °
- Dip
- -50 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- CRS Laboratories Oy and MSALABS
- 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
- 2024-05-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate gold grade with true width disclosed, contributing to the overall understanding of the deposit.
Positive factors
- True Width Disclosed
- QA/QC Disclosed
- QP Signed
Evidence · table
“2.0”
Context: 4.50
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 3.9
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
NB23-007Björkdal Norrberget Gold Deposit · goldGrade: 17.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NB23-007
- Project
- Björkdal Norrberget Gold Deposit
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- sweden
- Reported Region
- sweden
- Ticker
- MND
Geometry
- Grade
- 17.5
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1.5 m
- True Width
- 1.41 m
- From
- 120.8 m
- To
- 122.3 m
- Hole Depth
- 163.8 m
- Intercept Depth
- 120.8 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NB23-007:120.8-122.3
- Mining Method
- underground
Location
- Easting
- 769093
- Northing
- 7212045
- Elevation
- 122 m
- Azimuth
- 170 °
- Dip
- -44 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- CRS Laboratories Oy and MSALABS
- 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
- 2024-05-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade intercept is a key highlight, confirming strong mineralization at Norrberget with a good true width.
Positive factors
- Bonanza Intercept
- True Width Disclosed
- QA/QC Disclosed
- QP Signed
Evidence · table
“17.5”
Context: 1.50
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 1.41
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
NB23-007Björkdal Norrberget Gold Deposit · goldGrade: 2.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NB23-007
- Project
- Björkdal Norrberget Gold Deposit
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- sweden
- Reported Region
- sweden
- Ticker
- MND
Geometry
- Grade
- 2.5
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.5 m
- True Width
- 0.47 m
- From
- 138.5 m
- To
- 139 m
- Hole Depth
- 163.8 m
- Intercept Depth
- 120.8 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NB23-007:138.5-139
- Mining Method
- underground
Location
- Easting
- 769093
- Northing
- 7212045
- Elevation
- 122 m
- Azimuth
- 170 °
- Dip
- -44 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- CRS Laboratories Oy and MSALABS
- 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
- 2024-05-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate gold grade over a narrow width, with true width disclosed.
Positive factors
- True Width Disclosed
- QA/QC Disclosed
- QP Signed
Evidence · table
“2.5”
Context: 0.50
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 0.47
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
NB23-008BBjörkdal Norrberget Gold Deposit · goldGrade: 3.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.9 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- NB23-008B
- Project
- Björkdal Norrberget Gold Deposit
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- sweden
- Reported Region
- sweden
- Ticker
- MND
Geometry
- Grade
- 3.5
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1.9 m
- True Width
- 1.46 m
- From
- 143.9 m
- To
- 145.8 m
- Hole Depth
- 171 m
- Intercept Depth
- 143.9 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- NB23-008B:143.9-145.8
- Mining Method
- underground
Location
- Easting
- 769095
- Northing
- 7212046
- Elevation
- 123 m
- Azimuth
- 140 °
- Dip
- -51 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- CRS Laboratories Oy and MSALABS
- 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
- 2024-05-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate gold grade with true width disclosed, contributing to the overall understanding of the deposit.
Positive factors
- True Width Disclosed
- QA/QC Disclosed
- QP Signed
Evidence · table
“3.5”
Context: 1.90
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 1.46
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
VM22-001Björkdal Norrberget Gold Deposit · goldGrade: 17.2Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.3 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- VM22-001
- Project
- Björkdal Norrberget Gold Deposit
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- sweden
- Reported Region
- sweden
- Ticker
- MND
Geometry
- Grade
- 17.2
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1.3 m
- True Width
- 0.65 m
- From
- 221.9 m
- To
- 223.2 m
- Hole Depth
- 297.7 m
- Intercept Depth
- 221.9 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- VM22-001:221.9-223.2
- Mining Method
- underground
Location
- Easting
- 769358
- Northing
- 7209709
- Elevation
- 49 m
- Azimuth
- 305 °
- Dip
- -53 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- CRS Laboratories Oy and MSALABS
- 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
- Historical Source Date
- 2022-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2024-05-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade intercept at the Vidmyran target indicates promising mineralization, with true width disclosed.
Positive factors
- Bonanza Intercept
- True Width Disclosed
- QA/QC Disclosed
- QP Signed
Evidence · table
“17.2”
Context: 1.30
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 0.65
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
VM22-003Björkdal Norrberget Gold Deposit · goldGrade: 1.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.5 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- VM22-003
- Project
- Björkdal Norrberget Gold Deposit
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- sweden
- Reported Region
- sweden
- Ticker
- MND
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.5
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.5 m
- True Width
- 0.43 m
- From
- 62.5 m
- To
- 63 m
- Hole Depth
- 299.3 m
- Intercept Depth
- 62.5 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- VM22-003:62.5-63
- Mining Method
- underground
Location
- Easting
- 769429
- Northing
- 7209817
- Elevation
- 95 m
- Azimuth
- 305 °
- Dip
- -55 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- CRS Laboratories Oy and MSALABS
- 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
- Historical Source Date
- 2022-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2024-05-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept shows a low gold grade over a narrow width, with true width disclosed.
Positive factors
- True Width Disclosed
- QA/QC Disclosed
- QP Signed
Evidence · table
“1.5”
Context: 0.50
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 0.43
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
VM22-003Björkdal Norrberget Gold Deposit · goldGrade: 12.2Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.4 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- VM22-003
- Project
- Björkdal Norrberget Gold Deposit
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- sweden
- Reported Region
- sweden
- Ticker
- MND
Geometry
- Grade
- 12.2
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1.4 m
- True Width
- 1.21 m
- From
- 141.3 m
- To
- 142.7 m
- Hole Depth
- 299.3 m
- Intercept Depth
- 62.5 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- VM22-003:141.3-142.7
- Mining Method
- underground
Location
- Easting
- 769429
- Northing
- 7209817
- Elevation
- 95 m
- Azimuth
- 305 °
- Dip
- -55 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- CRS Laboratories Oy and MSALABS
- 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
- Historical Source Date
- 2022-01-01T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2024-05-14T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high-grade intercept at the Vidmyran target indicates promising mineralization, with true width disclosed.
Positive factors
- Bonanza Intercept
- True Width Disclosed
- QA/QC Disclosed
- QP Signed
Evidence · table
“12.2”
Context: 1.40
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 1.21
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.