Salazar Resources Defines 650m x 500m Gold-Bearing Barite Horizon at El Tigre, Ecuador; Surface Sampling Returns 45m at 8.94 g/t AuEq
Original announcement by tmx on
- Company
- SALAZAR RESOURCES LIMITED
- Ticker
- SRL
- Exchange
- TSX
- Region
- Loja Province, Ecuador
- Primary commodity
- Gold
- Secondary commodities
- Silver
- Document categories
- Drill results
- Extracted
- 2026-09-18 23:12:36 UTC
Analysis by Minestarters Atlas
Minestarters Atlas analysis
Summary
Salazar Resources has defined a significant 650m x 500m gold-bearing barite horizon at its El Tigre Project in Ecuador, based on surface rock chip sampling and geological mapping. Highlights include a weighted average of 8.94 g/t AuEq over 23.5m in the T2 Zone. The company notes geological similarities to the Tambo Grande VMS system and is designing a scout drilling program to test both surface and subsurface targets.
Reasoning: Salazar Resources has reported compelling high-grade gold equivalent surface sampling results from its El Tigre project, defining a large gold-bearing barite horizon with geological similarities to a world-class VMS system. While the results are from selective surface samples and true widths are not established, the scale and grades warrant aggressive follow-up with a planned scout drilling program. Robust QA/QC disclosure supports the data's credibility.
Positive factors
- High-grade gold equivalent surface samples, particularly in the T2 zone, indicate significant mineralization.
- The definition of a large 650m x 500m gold-bearing barite horizon suggests substantial scale potential.
- Geological similarities to the world-class Tambo Grande VMS system provide a strong exploration framework.
- QA/QC procedures are clearly disclosed, enhancing confidence in the results.
- The planned scout drilling program aims to test both surface and subsurface targets, indicating aggressive follow-up.
Negative factors
- The reported intervals are from rock chip samples and do not represent true widths, which may overstate the true thickness.
- The samples are selective in nature and not necessarily representative of the overall grade or extent of mineralization.
- The comparison to Tambo Grande is conceptual and requires further work to confirm a direct analogue.
Low confidence — this extraction should be reviewed alongside the original source.
Facts used in scoring: 12
Classification and evidence
Bonanza Interceptpositive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Why it applies: The T2 zone weighted average of 8.94 g/t AuEq over 23.5m is exceptionally high for surface sampling, exceeding the 'exceptional' threshold for gold.
Evidence · table
“8.94”
Context: 23.5
Metal Equivalent Opaquenegative
Metal equivalent grade reported without disclosing the price, recovery, or payability assumptions used. Requires an actual metal equivalent grade; a combined elemental basket such as PGE is not a metal equivalent.
Why it applies: AuEq values were calculated using June 9, 2026 spot prices for Au (US$4,278.1/oz) and Ag (US$65.58/oz), but recovery assumptions are not explicitly stated.
Evidence · text
“*AuEq values were calculated using June 9, 2026 spot prices: Au: US$ 4,278.1/oz and Ag: US$65.58/oz.”
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: The document explicitly states that 'Reported intervals do not represent true widths'.
Evidence · text
“Reported intervals do not represent true widths, and the geometry and continuity of mineralization at depth have not yet been established.”
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 QA/QC procedures including certified lab, QP sign-off, and methods like blanks, standards, and duplicates.
Evidence · text
“All samples were analyzed by Inspectorate Services Perú S.A.C. (Bureau Veritas), a laboratory certified to ISO 17025:1999 and ISO 9001:2000 standards. The laboratory maintains an internal QA/QC program incorporating blanks, standards, and duplicate reanalysis of selected samples. Gold was analyzed by fire assay - atomic absorption spectroscopy (FA-AAS). Silver, copper, zinc, and other elements were analyzed by aqua regia extraction with an Inductively Coupled Plasma - Mass Spectrometry (ICP-MS) finish. The Company implemented a QA/QC program incorporating systematic insertion of certified reference materials (standards), blanks, and field duplicates, along with a documented chain of custody, to ensure the integrity and reliability of analytical results. Qualified Person Mr. Kieran Dowes, the Company's Qualified Person ("QP") as defined by National Instrument 43-101 – Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects, has reviewed and approved the technical content of this news release. In accordance with TSX Rules and Policies, Part 1, Section 1.5, the Company further clarifies that Mr. Dowes is independent of the Company (as defined under NI 43-101).”
Step-Out Extensionpositive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Why it applies: The program was designed to 'expand and infill previously identified geochemical anomalies and mapped mineralized zones', and mineralization remains open along strike and at depth.
Evidence · text
“The current program was designed to expand and infill previously identified geochemical anomalies and mapped mineralized zones.”
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: The company highlights geological similarities to the Tambo Grande district, a world-class VMS system, as a conceptual exploration framework.
Evidence · text
“Geological characteristics show notable similarities to the Tambo Grande district (TG1 deposit, Peru) - a world-class VMS system hosted within correlative Lancones Formation stratigraphy¹”
Extracted facts
Stored fact records: 12. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.
Drill Results (12)
Fact 1El Tigre · goldGrade: 6.57Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 23.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- El Tigre
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- ecuador
- Reported Region
- ecuador
- Ticker
- SRL
Geometry
- Grade
- 6.57
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 23.5 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- surface
- Group ID
- T2:23.5
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Inspectorate Services Perú S.A.C. (Bureau Veritas)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-16T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This high gold grade from surface sampling is a strong indicator of mineralization within the newly defined El Tigre horizon, supporting the project's exploration potential. However, the selective nature of the sample and lack of true width information introduce some uncertainty.
Positive factors
- High gold grade from surface sampling indicates strong mineralization.
- Part of a large, newly defined gold-bearing horizon.
Negative factors
- Sample is selective and not necessarily representative.
- True width is not established.
Evidence · table
“6.57”
Context: 23.5
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Fact 2El Tigre · silverGrade: 116.79Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 23.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- El Tigre
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- ecuador
- Reported Region
- ecuador
- Ticker
- SRL
Geometry
- Grade
- 116.79
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 23.5 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- surface
- Group ID
- T2:23.5
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Inspectorate Services Perú S.A.C. (Bureau Veritas)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-16T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The reported silver grade is a positive indicator, contributing to the overall high AuEq value for the T2 zone. However, the selective nature of the sample and lack of true width information warrant caution.
Positive factors
- Significant silver grade contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.
- Part of a large, newly defined gold-bearing horizon.
Negative factors
- Sample is selective and not necessarily representative.
- True width is not established.
Evidence · table
“116.79”
Context: 23.5
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Fact 3El Tigre · goldGrade: 8.94Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 23.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- El Tigre
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- ecuador
- Reported Region
- ecuador
- Ticker
- SRL
Geometry
- Grade
- 8.94
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 23.5 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- surface
- Group ID
- T2:23.5
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Inspectorate Services Perú S.A.C. (Bureau Veritas)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 8.94
- Metal Eq. Unit
- g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-16T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The 8.94 g/t AuEq over 23.5m in the T2 zone is an exceptional result for surface sampling, highlighting significant exploration potential. The disclosure of metal equivalent assumptions adds credibility, though the selective nature of the sample and lack of true width remain caveats.
Positive factors
- Exceptional gold equivalent grade from surface sampling, indicating high-value mineralization.
- Part of a large, newly defined gold-bearing horizon.
- Metal equivalent assumptions are disclosed, providing transparency.
Negative factors
- Sample is selective and not necessarily representative.
- True width is not established.
Evidence · table
“8.94”
Context: 23.5
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Fact 4El Tigre · goldGrade: 1.48Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 24 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- El Tigre
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- ecuador
- Reported Region
- ecuador
- Ticker
- SRL
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.48
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 24 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- surface
- Group ID
- T3:24
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Inspectorate Services Perú S.A.C. (Bureau Veritas)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-16T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This moderate gold grade from surface sampling in the T3 zone adds to the overall prospectivity of the El Tigre project. However, the selective nature of the sample and lack of true width information are important considerations.
Positive factors
- Moderate gold grade from surface sampling, contributing to the overall prospectivity.
- Part of a large, newly defined gold-bearing horizon.
Negative factors
- Sample is selective and not necessarily representative.
- True width is not established.
Evidence · table
“1.48”
Context: 24
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
Fact 5El Tigre · silverGrade: 35.24Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 24 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- El Tigre
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- ecuador
- Reported Region
- ecuador
- Ticker
- SRL
Geometry
- Grade
- 35.24
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 24 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- surface
- Group ID
- T3:24
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Inspectorate Services Perú S.A.C. (Bureau Veritas)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-16T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The reported silver grade contributes to the overall AuEq value for the T3 zone. However, the selective nature of the sample and lack of true width information introduce uncertainty.
Positive factors
- Silver grade contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.
- Part of a large, newly defined gold-bearing horizon.
Negative factors
- Sample is selective and not necessarily representative.
- True width is not established.
Evidence · table
“35.24”
Context: 24
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
Fact 6El Tigre · goldGrade: 2.02Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 24 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- El Tigre
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- ecuador
- Reported Region
- ecuador
- Ticker
- SRL
Geometry
- Grade
- 2.02
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 24 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- surface
- Group ID
- T3:24
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Inspectorate Services Perú S.A.C. (Bureau Veritas)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 2.02
- Metal Eq. Unit
- g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-16T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The 2.02 g/t AuEq over 24m in the T3 zone is a moderate result for surface sampling, indicating potential mineralization. The disclosure of metal equivalent assumptions adds credibility, though the selective nature of the sample and lack of true width remain caveats.
Positive factors
- Moderate gold equivalent grade from surface sampling, indicating potential mineralization.
- Part of a large, newly defined gold-bearing horizon.
- Metal equivalent assumptions are disclosed, providing transparency.
Negative factors
- Sample is selective and not necessarily representative.
- True width is not established.
Evidence · table
“2.02”
Context: 24
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
Fact 7El Tigre · goldGrade: 3.64Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 16 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- El Tigre
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- ecuador
- Reported Region
- ecuador
- Ticker
- SRL
Geometry
- Grade
- 3.64
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 16 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- surface
- Group ID
- T4:16
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Inspectorate Services Perú S.A.C. (Bureau Veritas)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-16T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This strong gold grade from surface sampling in the T4 zone is a positive indicator of mineralization within the El Tigre horizon. However, the selective nature of the sample and lack of true width information are important considerations.
Positive factors
- Strong gold grade from surface sampling, indicating good mineralization.
- Part of a large, newly defined gold-bearing horizon.
Negative factors
- Sample is selective and not necessarily representative.
- True width is not established.
Evidence · table
“3.64”
Context: 16
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
Fact 8El Tigre · silverGrade: 17.14Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 16 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- El Tigre
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- ecuador
- Reported Region
- ecuador
- Ticker
- SRL
Geometry
- Grade
- 17.14
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 16 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- surface
- Group ID
- T4:16
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Inspectorate Services Perú S.A.C. (Bureau Veritas)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-16T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The reported silver grade contributes to the overall AuEq value for the T4 zone. However, the selective nature of the sample and lack of true width information introduce uncertainty.
Positive factors
- Silver grade contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.
- Part of a large, newly defined gold-bearing horizon.
Negative factors
- Sample is selective and not necessarily representative.
- True width is not established.
Evidence · table
“17.14”
Context: 16
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
Fact 9El Tigre · goldGrade: 3.91Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 16 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- El Tigre
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- ecuador
- Reported Region
- ecuador
- Ticker
- SRL
Geometry
- Grade
- 3.91
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 16 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- surface
- Group ID
- T4:16
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Inspectorate Services Perú S.A.C. (Bureau Veritas)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 3.91
- Metal Eq. Unit
- g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-16T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The 3.91 g/t AuEq over 16m in the T4 zone is a strong result for surface sampling, indicating potential mineralization. The disclosure of metal equivalent assumptions adds credibility, though the selective nature of the sample and lack of true width remain caveats.
Positive factors
- Strong gold equivalent grade from surface sampling, indicating potential mineralization.
- Part of a large, newly defined gold-bearing horizon.
- Metal equivalent assumptions are disclosed, providing transparency.
Negative factors
- Sample is selective and not necessarily representative.
- True width is not established.
Evidence · table
“3.91”
Context: 16
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
Fact 10El Tigre · goldGrade: 0.64Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 11.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- El Tigre
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- ecuador
- Reported Region
- ecuador
- Ticker
- SRL
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.64
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 11.5 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- surface
- Group ID
- T5:11.5
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Inspectorate Services Perú S.A.C. (Bureau Veritas)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-16T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This weak gold grade from surface sampling in the T5 zone indicates some mineralization within the El Tigre horizon. However, the selective nature of the sample and lack of true width information are important considerations.
Positive factors
- Weak gold grade from surface sampling, indicating some mineralization.
- Part of a large, newly defined gold-bearing horizon.
Negative factors
- Sample is selective and not necessarily representative.
- True width is not established.
Evidence · table
“0.64”
Context: 11.5
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Fact 11El Tigre · silverGrade: 7.58Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 11.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- El Tigre
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- ecuador
- Reported Region
- ecuador
- Ticker
- SRL
Geometry
- Grade
- 7.58
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 11.5 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- surface
- Group ID
- T5:11.5
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Inspectorate Services Perú S.A.C. (Bureau Veritas)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-16T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The reported silver grade contributes to the overall AuEq value for the T5 zone. However, the selective nature of the sample and lack of true width information introduce uncertainty.
Positive factors
- Silver grade contributes to the overall metal equivalent value.
- Part of a large, newly defined gold-bearing horizon.
Negative factors
- Sample is selective and not necessarily representative.
- True width is not established.
Evidence · table
“7.58”
Context: 11.5
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Fact 12El Tigre · goldGrade: 0.76Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 11.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Project
- El Tigre
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- ecuador
- Reported Region
- ecuador
- Ticker
- SRL
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.76
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 11.5 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- surface
- Group ID
- T5:11.5
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Inspectorate Services Perú S.A.C. (Bureau Veritas)
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, duplicates
Metal Equivalent
- Metal Eq. Grade
- 0.76
- Metal Eq. Unit
- g/t AuEq
- Assumptions Disclosed
- Yes
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-06-16T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The 0.76 g/t AuEq over 11.5m in the T5 zone is a weak result for surface sampling, indicating potential mineralization. The disclosure of metal equivalent assumptions adds credibility, though the selective nature of the sample and lack of true width remain caveats.
Positive factors
- Weak gold equivalent grade from surface sampling, indicating potential mineralization.
- Part of a large, newly defined gold-bearing horizon.
- Metal equivalent assumptions are disclosed, providing transparency.
Negative factors
- Sample is selective and not necessarily representative.
- True width is not established.
Evidence · table
“0.76”
Context: 11.5
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
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.