Revival Gold Intersects 1.65 g/t Gold over 30.5 Meters & 0.92 g/t Gold over 30.5 Meters at Mercur Project in Utah

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Company
Revival Gold Inc.
Ticker
RVG
Exchange
TSX
Region
Utah
Primary commodity
Gold
Secondary commodities
None reported
Document categories
Drill results
Extracted
2026-09-12 22:40:48 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

Revival Gold announced initial drill results from its Mercur Gold Project in Utah, including 1.65 g/t gold over 30.5 meters and 0.92 g/t gold over 30.5 meters. These are the first results from the current 18,000-meter drilling program, which aims to convert inferred resources to higher categories and explore for extensions of heap-leachable material. The company reported detailed QA/QC procedures and noted that true widths are estimated to be 65-100% of drilled widths.

Reasoning: Revival Gold's initial drill results from the Mercur Gold Project are positive, revealing significant gold intercepts with good widths in the South Mercur area. These results are material for the project's open-pit, heap-leachable potential and contribute to resource conversion and expansion efforts. The high novelty stems from these being the first results of the current program, and confidence is high due to comprehensive QA/QC disclosure.

Positive factors

  • Significant gold intercepts with good widths for open-pit, heap-leachable potential
  • First results of the current drilling program, indicating high novelty
  • QA/QC procedures are disclosed, including certified lab and QP sign-off
  • Drilling aims for resource conversion and expansion, indicating project advancement

Negative factors

  • True width is provided as an estimated range rather than a precise measurement for each intercept
  • Some intercepts show low AuCN/AuFA ratios, indicating potential refractory material which may impact recovery

Facts used in scoring: 18

Classification and evidence

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 a Quality Assurance/Quality Control program including certified reference materials, duplicate samples, and blanks, and mentions ALS Geochemistry is an ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited lab.

Evidence · text

“QA/QC Program Quality Assurance/Quality Control consists of the regular insertion of certified reference materials, duplicate samples, and blanks into the sample stream. Sample results are analyzed immediately upon receipt, and all discrepancies are investigated. Samples are submitted to the ALS Geochemistry sample preparation facility in Elko, Nevada. Gold analyses are performed at the ALS Geochemistry laboratory in Reno, Nevada or Vancouver, British Columbia, and multi-element geochemical analyses are completed at the ALS Minerals laboratory in Vancouver, British Columbia. ALS Minerals is an ISO/IEC 17025:2017 accredited lab.”

True Width Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: The document states that 'True width for all holes is estimated to be 65-100% of drilled width', providing an estimated range for true thickness.

Evidence · text

“True width for all holes is estimated to be 65-100% of drilled width.”

Refractory Orenegative

Ore requires oxidation/pressure treatment before recovery — a processing and recovery risk.

Why it applies: The release reports 'AuCN/AuFA Ratio (%)' which 'provides an indication of potential heap leach recoverability', with some values as low as 14% and 18%, suggesting refractory material.

Evidence · table

“18”

Context: 0.76

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: The company states that 'Approximately 8,500 meters of infill RC drilling is planned for Mercur this year to convert Inferred Mineral Resources to the Measured & Indicated categories'.

Evidence · text

“Approximately 8,500 meters of infill RC drilling is planned for Mercur this year to convert Inferred Mineral Resources to the Measured & Indicated categories”

Step-Out Extensionpositive

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Why it applies: The drilling program includes 'resource expansion opportunities' with an additional 2,500 meters of RC drilling, 1,200 meters of core drilling and 600 meters of auger drilling planned.

Evidence · text

“An additional 2,500 meters of RC drilling, 1,200 meters of core drilling and 600 meters of auger drilling are planned for Mercur to pursue resource expansion opportunities.”

Cut-off Disclosedpositive · Story-specific tag

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

Why it applies: The document explicitly states that 'Mineralized intercepts are calculated based on a 0.17 g/t cutoff grade'.

Evidence · text

“Mineralized intercepts are calculated based on a 0.17 g/t cutoff grade allowing up to two intervals of internal dilution.”

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 18. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Drill Results (18)

RM26-183Mercur · goldGrade: 0.69Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 27.4 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
RM26-183
Project
Mercur
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ut
Reported Region
usa_ut
Ticker
RVG

Geometry

Grade
0.69
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
27.4 m
From
106.7 m
To
134.1 m
Intercept Depth
106.7 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
RM26-183:106.7-134.1
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Mercur
Azimuth
60 °
Dip
-70 °
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.17
Cutoff Unit
g/t
Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-07-15T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate grade over a good width, contributing to the project's resource potential. The grade is considered moderate for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit (0.69 g/t > 0.4 g/t weak threshold). The AuCN/AuFA ratio suggests potential refractory material.

Positive factors

  • Good intercept width for open-pit mining
  • Grade is moderate for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit
  • QA/QC disclosed and lab certified

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate
  • Potential for refractory material indicated by AuCN/AuFA ratio

Evidence · table

“0.69”

Context: 27.4

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

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

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

RM26-183Mercur · goldGrade: 0.92Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 30.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
RM26-183
Project
Mercur
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ut
Reported Region
usa_ut
Ticker
RVG

Geometry

Grade
0.92
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
30.5 m
From
144.8 m
To
175.3 m
Intercept Depth
106.7 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
RM26-183:144.8-175.3
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Mercur
Azimuth
60 °
Dip
-70 °
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.17
Cutoff Unit
g/t
Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-07-15T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept is a headline result with a moderate grade over a significant width, which is positive for an open-pit, heap-leachable deposit (0.92 g/t > 0.8 g/t moderate threshold). The AuCN/AuFA ratio suggests potential refractory material.

Positive factors

  • Significant intercept width, continuous for open-pit mining
  • Grade is moderate for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit
  • QA/QC disclosed and lab certified

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate
  • Potential for refractory material indicated by AuCN/AuFA ratio

Evidence · table

“0.92”

Context: 30.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

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

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

RM26-183Mercur · goldGrade: 0.76Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 16.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
RM26-183
Project
Mercur
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ut
Reported Region
usa_ut
Ticker
RVG

Geometry

Grade
0.76
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
16.8 m
From
175.3 m
To
192 m
Intercept Depth
106.7 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
RM26-183:175.3-192
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Mercur
Azimuth
60 °
Dip
-70 °
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.17
Cutoff Unit
g/t
Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-07-15T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a weak grade over a good width, contributing to the project's resource potential. The grade is considered weak for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit (0.76 g/t > 0.4 g/t weak threshold). The AuCN/AuFA ratio suggests potential refractory material.

Positive factors

  • Good intercept width for open-pit mining
  • Grade is weak for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit
  • QA/QC disclosed and lab certified

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate
  • Potential for refractory material indicated by AuCN/AuFA ratio

Evidence · table

“0.76”

Context: 16.8

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

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

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

RM26-184Mercur · goldGrade: 0.83Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 10.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
RM26-184
Project
Mercur
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ut
Reported Region
usa_ut
Ticker
RVG

Geometry

Grade
0.83
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
10.7 m
From
222.5 m
To
233.2 m
Intercept Depth
222.5 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
RM26-184:222.5-233.2
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Mercur
Azimuth
70 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.17
Cutoff Unit
g/t
Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-07-15T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate grade over a good width, contributing to the project's resource potential. The grade is considered moderate for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit (0.83 g/t > 0.8 g/t moderate threshold). The AuCN/AuFA ratio suggests potential refractory material.

Positive factors

  • Good intercept width for open-pit mining
  • Grade is moderate for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit
  • QA/QC disclosed and lab certified

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate
  • Potential for refractory material indicated by AuCN/AuFA ratio

Evidence · table

“0.83”

Context: 10.7

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

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

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

RM26-186Mercur · goldGrade: 0.28Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 16.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
RM26-186
Project
Mercur
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ut
Reported Region
usa_ut
Ticker
RVG

Geometry

Grade
0.28
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
16.8 m
From
16.8 m
To
33.5 m
Intercept Depth
16.8 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
RM26-186:16.8-33.5
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Mercur
Azimuth
220 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.17
Cutoff Unit
g/t
Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-07-15T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a grade below the weak threshold for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit, but over a good width. The AuCN/AuFA ratio suggests potential refractory material.

Positive factors

  • Good intercept width for open-pit mining
  • QA/QC disclosed and lab certified

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate
  • Grade is below the weak threshold for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit (0.28 g/t < 0.4 g/t)
  • Potential for refractory material indicated by AuCN/AuFA ratio

Evidence · table

“0.28”

Context: 16.8

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

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

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

RM26-187Mercur · goldGrade: 0.25Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 16.8 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
RM26-187
Project
Mercur
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ut
Reported Region
usa_ut
Ticker
RVG

Geometry

Grade
0.25
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
16.8 m
From
3 m
To
19.8 m
Intercept Depth
3 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
RM26-187:3-19.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Mercur
Azimuth
0 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.17
Cutoff Unit
g/t
Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-07-15T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a grade below the weak threshold for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit, but over a good width. The AuCN/AuFA ratio suggests potential refractory material.

Positive factors

  • Good intercept width for open-pit mining
  • QA/QC disclosed and lab certified

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate
  • Grade is below the weak threshold for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit (0.25 g/t < 0.4 g/t)
  • Potential for refractory material indicated by AuCN/AuFA ratio

Evidence · table

“0.25”

Context: 16.8

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

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

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

RM26-188Mercur · goldGrade: 0.23Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 12.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
RM26-188
Project
Mercur
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ut
Reported Region
usa_ut
Ticker
RVG

Geometry

Grade
0.23
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
12.2 m
From
3 m
To
15.2 m
Intercept Depth
3 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
RM26-188:3-15.2
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Mercur
Azimuth
230 °
Dip
-50 °
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.17
Cutoff Unit
g/t
Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-07-15T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a grade below the weak threshold for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit, but over a good width. The AuCN/AuFA ratio suggests potential refractory material.

Positive factors

  • Good intercept width for open-pit mining
  • QA/QC disclosed and lab certified

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate
  • Grade is below the weak threshold for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit (0.23 g/t < 0.4 g/t)
  • Potential for refractory material indicated by AuCN/AuFA ratio

Evidence · table

“0.23”

Context: 12.2

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

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

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

RM26-189Mercur · goldGrade: 2.44Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 6.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
RM26-189
Project
Mercur
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ut
Reported Region
usa_ut
Ticker
RVG

Geometry

Grade
2.44
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
6.1 m
From
85.3 m
To
91.4 m
Intercept Depth
85.3 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
RM26-189:85.3-91.4
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Mercur
Azimuth
195 °
Dip
-75 °
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.17
Cutoff Unit
g/t
Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-07-15T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong grade over a moderate width, which is a positive result for an open-pit, heap-leachable deposit (2.44 g/t > 1.5 g/t strong threshold). The AuCN/AuFA ratio suggests potential refractory material.

Positive factors

  • Strong grade for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit
  • QA/QC disclosed and lab certified

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate
  • Potential for refractory material indicated by AuCN/AuFA ratio

Evidence · table

“2.44”

Context: 6.1

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

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

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

RM26-189Mercur · goldGrade: 0.26Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 9.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
RM26-189
Project
Mercur
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ut
Reported Region
usa_ut
Ticker
RVG

Geometry

Grade
0.26
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
9.1 m
From
97.5 m
To
106.7 m
Intercept Depth
85.3 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
RM26-189:97.5-106.7
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Mercur
Azimuth
195 °
Dip
-75 °
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.17
Cutoff Unit
g/t
Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-07-15T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a grade below the weak threshold for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit, but over a good width. The AuCN/AuFA ratio suggests potential refractory material.

Positive factors

  • Good intercept width for open-pit mining
  • QA/QC disclosed and lab certified

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate
  • Grade is below the weak threshold for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit (0.26 g/t < 0.4 g/t)
  • Potential for refractory material indicated by AuCN/AuFA ratio

Evidence · table

“0.26”

Context: 9.1

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

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

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

RM26-189Mercur · goldGrade: 0.73Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 9.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
RM26-189
Project
Mercur
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ut
Reported Region
usa_ut
Ticker
RVG

Geometry

Grade
0.73
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
9.1 m
From
111.3 m
To
120.4 m
Intercept Depth
85.3 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
RM26-189:111.3-120.4
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Mercur
Azimuth
195 °
Dip
-75 °
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.17
Cutoff Unit
g/t
Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-07-15T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a grade below the moderate threshold for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit, but over a good width. The AuCN/AuFA ratio suggests potential refractory material.

Positive factors

  • Good intercept width for open-pit mining
  • QA/QC disclosed and lab certified

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate
  • Grade is below the moderate threshold for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit (0.73 g/t < 0.8 g/t)
  • Potential for refractory material indicated by AuCN/AuFA ratio

Evidence · table

“0.73”

Context: 9.1

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

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

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

RM26-190Mercur · goldGrade: 0.26Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 25.9 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
RM26-190
Project
Mercur
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ut
Reported Region
usa_ut
Ticker
RVG

Geometry

Grade
0.26
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
25.9 m
From
4.6 m
To
30.5 m
Intercept Depth
4.6 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
RM26-190:4.6-30.5
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Mercur Hill
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-65 °
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.17
Cutoff Unit
g/t
Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-07-15T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a grade below the weak threshold for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit, but over a good width. The AuCN/AuFA ratio suggests potential refractory material.

Positive factors

  • Good intercept width for open-pit mining
  • QA/QC disclosed and lab certified

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate
  • Grade is below the weak threshold for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit (0.26 g/t < 0.4 g/t)
  • Potential for refractory material indicated by AuCN/AuFA ratio

Evidence · table

“0.26”

Context: 25.9

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

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

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

RM26-190Mercur · goldGrade: 1.4Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 10.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
RM26-190
Project
Mercur
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ut
Reported Region
usa_ut
Ticker
RVG

Geometry

Grade
1.4
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
10.7 m
From
73.2 m
To
83.8 m
Intercept Depth
4.6 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
RM26-190:73.2-83.8
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Mercur Hill
Azimuth
270 °
Dip
-65 °
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.17
Cutoff Unit
g/t
Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-07-15T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a moderate grade over a good width, contributing to the project's resource potential. The grade is considered moderate for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit (1.40 g/t > 0.8 g/t moderate threshold). The AuCN/AuFA ratio suggests potential refractory material.

Positive factors

  • Good intercept width for open-pit mining
  • Grade is moderate for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit
  • QA/QC disclosed and lab certified

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate
  • Potential for refractory material indicated by AuCN/AuFA ratio

Evidence · table

“1.40”

Context: 10.7

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

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

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

RM26-194Mercur · goldGrade: 1.89Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 10.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
RM26-194
Project
Mercur
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ut
Reported Region
usa_ut
Ticker
RVG

Geometry

Grade
1.89
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
10.7 m
From
50.3 m
To
61 m
Intercept Depth
50.3 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
RM26-194:50.3-61
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Mercur
Azimuth
40 °
Dip
-70 °
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.17
Cutoff Unit
g/t
Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-07-15T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong grade over a good width, which is a positive result for an open-pit, heap-leachable deposit (1.89 g/t > 1.5 g/t strong threshold). The AuCN/AuFA ratio suggests potential refractory material.

Positive factors

  • Strong grade for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit
  • Good intercept width for open-pit mining
  • QA/QC disclosed and lab certified

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate
  • Potential for refractory material indicated by AuCN/AuFA ratio

Evidence · table

“1.89”

Context: 10.7

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

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

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

RM26-195Mercur · goldGrade: 0.23Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 6.1 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
RM26-195
Project
Mercur
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ut
Reported Region
usa_ut
Ticker
RVG

Geometry

Grade
0.23
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
6.1 m
From
112.8 m
To
118.9 m
Intercept Depth
112.8 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
RM26-195:112.8-118.9
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Mercur
Azimuth
35 °
Dip
-65 °
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.17
Cutoff Unit
g/t
Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-07-15T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a grade below the weak threshold for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit, but over a good width. The AuCN/AuFA ratio suggests potential refractory material.

Positive factors

  • Good intercept width for open-pit mining
  • QA/QC disclosed and lab certified

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate
  • Grade is below the weak threshold for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit (0.23 g/t < 0.4 g/t)
  • Potential for refractory material indicated by AuCN/AuFA ratio

Evidence · table

“0.23”

Context: 6.1

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

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

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

RM26-195Mercur · goldGrade: 0.65Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 18.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
RM26-195
Project
Mercur
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ut
Reported Region
usa_ut
Ticker
RVG

Geometry

Grade
0.65
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
18.3 m
From
140.2 m
To
158.5 m
Intercept Depth
112.8 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
RM26-195:140.2-158.5
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Mercur
Azimuth
35 °
Dip
-65 °
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.17
Cutoff Unit
g/t
Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-07-15T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a grade below the moderate threshold for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit, but over a good width. The AuCN/AuFA ratio suggests potential refractory material.

Positive factors

  • Good intercept width for open-pit mining
  • QA/QC disclosed and lab certified

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate
  • Grade is below the moderate threshold for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit (0.65 g/t < 0.8 g/t)
  • Potential for refractory material indicated by AuCN/AuFA ratio

Evidence · table

“0.65”

Context: 18.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

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

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

RM26-196Mercur · goldGrade: 0.39Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 21.3 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
RM26-196
Project
Mercur
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ut
Reported Region
usa_ut
Ticker
RVG

Geometry

Grade
0.39
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
21.3 m
From
19.8 m
To
41.1 m
Intercept Depth
19.8 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
RM26-196:19.8-41.1
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
Sacramento
Azimuth
245 °
Dip
-55 °
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.17
Cutoff Unit
g/t
Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-07-15T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a grade below the weak threshold for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit, but over a good width. The AuCN/AuFA ratio suggests potential refractory material.

Positive factors

  • Good intercept width for open-pit mining
  • QA/QC disclosed and lab certified

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate
  • Grade is below the weak threshold for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit (0.39 g/t < 0.4 g/t)
  • Potential for refractory material indicated by AuCN/AuFA ratio

Evidence · table

“0.39”

Context: 21.3

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

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

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

RM26-204Mercur · goldGrade: 1.65Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 30.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
RM26-204
Project
Mercur
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ut
Reported Region
usa_ut
Ticker
RVG

Geometry

Grade
1.65
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
30.5 m
From
128 m
To
158.5 m
Intercept Depth
128 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
RM26-204:128-158.5
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Mercur
Azimuth
30 °
Dip
-70 °
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.17
Cutoff Unit
g/t
Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-07-15T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept is a headline result with a strong grade over a significant width, which is highly positive for an open-pit, heap-leachable deposit (1.65 g/t > 1.5 g/t strong threshold). The AuCN/AuFA ratio suggests potential refractory material.

Positive factors

  • Strong grade for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit
  • Significant intercept width, continuous for open-pit mining
  • QA/QC disclosed and lab certified

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate
  • Potential for refractory material indicated by AuCN/AuFA ratio

Evidence · table

“1.65”

Context: 30.5

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

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

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

RM26-204Mercur · goldGrade: 1.61Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 10.7 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
RM26-204
Project
Mercur
Commodity
gold
Region
usa_ut
Reported Region
usa_ut
Ticker
RVG

Geometry

Grade
1.61
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
10.7 m
From
158.5 m
To
169.2 m
Intercept Depth
128 m

Classification

Deposit Type
orogenic
Program
mixed
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
RM26-204:158.5-169.2
Mining Method
open_pit

Location

Location
South Mercur
Azimuth
30 °
Dip
-70 °
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

Laboratory
ALS Geochemistry
QA/QC Disclosed
Yes
Lab Certified
Yes
QP Signed
Yes
QA/QC Methods
standards, blanks, duplicates

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
Yes

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.17
Cutoff Unit
g/t
Dilution Disclosed
Yes

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-07-15T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows a strong grade over a good width, which is a positive result for an open-pit, heap-leachable deposit (1.61 g/t > 1.5 g/t strong threshold). The AuCN/AuFA ratio suggests potential refractory material.

Positive factors

  • Strong grade for an open-pit orogenic gold deposit
  • Good intercept width for open-pit mining
  • QA/QC disclosed and lab certified

Negative factors

  • True width is an estimate
  • Potential for refractory material indicated by AuCN/AuFA ratio

Evidence · table

“1.61”

Context: 10.7

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

Compositing Transparentpositive

Cut-off grade and internal dilution rules are clearly stated for reported intervals.

Why it applies: cutoff_grade and internal dilution are both stated

Deleterious Elements Presentnegative

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

Why it applies: deleterious_flag is true

Infill Drillingneutral

Confirmatory drilling to raise resource confidence, not new discovery.

Why it applies: drill_program_type is "mixed"

How Atlas produces this analysis

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