Signal Gold Reports Step-Out Drill Results Demonstrating Gold Mineralization up to 450 Metres West of the Goldboro Deposit
Original announcement by tmx on
- Company
- Signal Gold Inc.
- Ticker
- SGNL
- Exchange
- TSX
- Region
- Nova Scotia
- Primary commodity
- Gold
- Secondary commodities
- None reported
- Document categories
- Drill results
- Extracted
- 2026-09-15 11:17:35 UTC
Analysis by Minestarters Atlas
Minestarters Atlas analysis
Summary
Signal Gold announced positive step-out drill results from its Goldboro Project in Nova Scotia, extending gold mineralization up to 450 metres west of the existing deposit. The program, comprising 31 holes, identified several high-grade intercepts, including 109.91 g/t gold over 0.5 metres, and confirmed the continuity of the host structure. The company highlights the potential for further resource expansion along strike and at depth, with additional assay results pending.
Reasoning: Signal Gold's initial step-out drilling program successfully extended gold mineralization significantly west of the Goldboro Deposit, with several high-grade intercepts, indicating strong exploration success and growth potential. The program's transparency regarding QA/QC and true width estimates supports confidence, though the narrow nature of many intercepts and lack of compositing details warrant some caution.
Positive factors
- Step-out drilling successfully extended gold mineralization 450 metres west of the Goldboro Deposit, demonstrating significant growth potential.
- Several high-grade gold intercepts were reported, including a bonanza grade of 109.91 g/t gold over 0.5 metres.
- QA/QC procedures, including standards, blanks, and check assays, are disclosed, and the release is signed off by a Qualified Person.
- True width estimates (70-100% of core length) are provided, indicating transparency regarding drill orientation.
Negative factors
- Many intercepts are narrow, which may impact overall resource continuity and mineability.
- No specific cut-off grade or internal dilution rules for compositing are disclosed, limiting transparency.
- True widths are estimated rather than precisely measured for each intercept.
Low confidence — this extraction should be reviewed alongside the original source.
Facts used in scoring: 36
Classification and evidence
Step-Out Extensionpositive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Why it applies: The drilling program successfully discovered gold mineralization up to at least 450 metres west of previous resource definition drilling.
Evidence · text
“discovered gold mineralization up to at least 450 metres west of previous resource definition drilling.”
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The release mentions QA/QC protocols including standards, blanks, and check assays, and names Eastern Analytical Ltd. as the lab.
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP Signedpositive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Why it applies: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
Apparent Width Onlynegative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Why it applies: Intervals are reported as core length, with true widths estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not precisely stated for each intercept.
Evidence · text
“Intervals are reported as core length only. True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: The release does not state the cut-off grade used for compositing the reported intervals.
Evidence · text
“Selected composited highlights (core length) from the current drill holes including:”
Extracted facts
Stored fact records: 36. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.
Drill Results (36)
BR-23-399Goldboro · goldGrade: 1.84Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-399
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.84
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.5 m
- From
- 17.6 m
- To
- 18.1 m
- Intercept Depth
- 17.6 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-399:17.6-18.1
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A narrow intercept with a grade below the weak threshold for orogenic gold, but contributes to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade (1.84 g/t) is below weak threshold for orogenic gold (2.5 g/t).
- Intercept is very narrow (0.5 m).
Evidence · table
“1.84”
Context: 0.5
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-399Goldboro · goldGrade: 1.95Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-399
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.95
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.5 m
- From
- 33.2 m
- To
- 33.7 m
- Intercept Depth
- 17.6 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-399:33.2-33.7
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A narrow intercept with a grade below the weak threshold for orogenic gold, but contributes to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade (1.95 g/t) is below weak threshold for orogenic gold (2.5 g/t).
- Intercept is very narrow (0.5 m).
Evidence · table
“1.95”
Context: 0.5
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-399Goldboro · goldGrade: 0.66Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3.3 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-399
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.66
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 3.3 m
- From
- 39.7 m
- To
- 43 m
- Intercept Depth
- 17.6 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-399:39.7-43
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A low-grade intercept, but contributes to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade (0.66 g/t) is well below weak threshold for orogenic gold (2.5 g/t).
Evidence · table
“0.66”
Context: 3.3
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-399Goldboro · goldGrade: 1.76Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.4 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-399
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.76
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 2.4 m
- From
- 44.2 m
- To
- 46.6 m
- Intercept Depth
- 17.6 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-399:44.2-46.6
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- Yes
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A narrow intercept with a grade below the weak threshold for orogenic gold, but contributes to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade (1.76 g/t) is below weak threshold for orogenic gold (2.5 g/t).
Evidence · table
“1.76”
Context: 2.4
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-399Goldboro · goldGrade: 2.12Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-399
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 2.12
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.5 m
- From
- 51.1 m
- To
- 51.6 m
- Intercept Depth
- 17.6 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-399:51.1-51.6
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A narrow intercept with a grade below the weak threshold for orogenic gold, but contributes to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade (2.12 g/t) is below weak threshold for orogenic gold (2.5 g/t).
- Intercept is very narrow (0.5 m).
Evidence · table
“2.12”
Context: 0.5
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-399Goldboro · goldGrade: 2.31Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.7 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-399
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 2.31
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.7 m
- From
- 56.3 m
- To
- 57 m
- Intercept Depth
- 17.6 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-399:56.3-57
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A narrow intercept with a grade below the weak threshold for orogenic gold, but contributes to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade (2.31 g/t) is below weak threshold for orogenic gold (2.5 g/t).
- Intercept is very narrow (0.7 m).
Evidence · table
“2.31”
Context: 0.7
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-399Goldboro · goldGrade: 109.91Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-399
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 109.91
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.5 m
- From
- 92.8 m
- To
- 93.3 m
- Intercept Depth
- 17.6 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-399:92.8-93.3
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A bonanza-grade gold intercept, demonstrating high-grade potential within the extended mineralization, despite its narrow width.
Positive factors
- Exceptional gold grade (109.91 g/t) significantly exceeds orogenic gold thresholds.
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Intercept is very narrow (0.5 m), limiting its overall impact on tonnage.
Evidence · table
“109.91”
Context: 0.5
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Bonanza InterceptRejected · positive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Reason: The gold grade of 109.91 g/t is exceptionally high, well above the orogenic gold exceptional threshold of 15 g/t.
Evidence · table
“109.91”
Context: 0.5
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-399Goldboro · goldGrade: 1.14Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3.1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-399
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.14
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 3.1 m
- From
- 118.6 m
- To
- 121.7 m
- Intercept Depth
- 17.6 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-399:118.6-121.7
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A low-grade intercept, but contributes to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade (1.14 g/t) is well below weak threshold for orogenic gold (2.5 g/t).
Evidence · table
“1.14”
Context: 3.1
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-399Goldboro · goldGrade: 0.93Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-399
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.93
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.5 m
- From
- 132.1 m
- To
- 132.6 m
- Intercept Depth
- 17.6 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-399:132.1-132.6
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A low-grade intercept, but contributes to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade (0.93 g/t) is well below weak threshold for orogenic gold (2.5 g/t).
- Intercept is very narrow (0.5 m).
Evidence · table
“0.93”
Context: 0.5
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-399Goldboro · goldGrade: 1.51Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.4 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-399
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.51
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 2.4 m
- From
- 153 m
- To
- 155.4 m
- Intercept Depth
- 17.6 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-399:153-155.4
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A narrow intercept with a grade below the weak threshold for orogenic gold, but contributes to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade (1.51 g/t) is below weak threshold for orogenic gold (2.5 g/t).
Evidence · table
“1.51”
Context: 2.4
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-399Goldboro · goldGrade: 4.69Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-399
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 4.69
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.5 m
- From
- 158.7 m
- To
- 159.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 17.6 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-399:158.7-159.2
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A narrow intercept with a moderate gold grade, contributing to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Moderate gold grade (4.69 g/t) for orogenic deposit.
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Intercept is very narrow (0.5 m).
Evidence · table
“4.69”
Context: 0.5
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-404Goldboro · goldGrade: 4.13Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-404
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 4.13
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.5 m
- From
- 54.8 m
- To
- 55.3 m
- Intercept Depth
- 54.8 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-404:54.8-55.3
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A narrow intercept with a moderate gold grade, contributing to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Moderate gold grade (4.13 g/t) for orogenic deposit.
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Intercept is very narrow (0.5 m).
Evidence · table
“4.13”
Context: 0.5
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-404Goldboro · goldGrade: 1.7Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-404
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.7
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1 m
- From
- 120.5 m
- To
- 121.5 m
- Intercept Depth
- 54.8 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-404:120.5-121.5
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A narrow intercept with a grade below the weak threshold for orogenic gold, but contributes to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade (1.70 g/t) is below weak threshold for orogenic gold (2.5 g/t).
- Intercept is narrow (1.0 m).
Evidence · table
“1.70”
Context: 1.0
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-404Goldboro · goldGrade: 1.64Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-404
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.64
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.5 m
- From
- 180.7 m
- To
- 181.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 54.8 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-404:180.7-181.2
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A narrow intercept with a grade below the weak threshold for orogenic gold, but contributes to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade (1.64 g/t) is below weak threshold for orogenic gold (2.5 g/t).
- Intercept is very narrow (0.5 m).
Evidence · table
“1.64”
Context: 0.5
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-404AGoldboro · goldGrade: 1.01Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-404A
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.01
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 2.1 m
- From
- 37.4 m
- To
- 39.5 m
- Intercept Depth
- 37.4 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-404A:37.4-39.5
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A low-grade intercept, but contributes to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade (1.01 g/t) is well below weak threshold for orogenic gold (2.5 g/t).
Evidence · table
“1.01”
Context: 2.1
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-405Goldboro · goldGrade: 3.82Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.6 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-405
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 3.82
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.6 m
- From
- 87.5 m
- To
- 88.1 m
- Intercept Depth
- 87.5 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-405:87.5-88.1
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A narrow intercept with a weak gold grade, contributing to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Weak gold grade (3.82 g/t) for orogenic deposit.
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Intercept is very narrow (0.6 m).
Evidence · table
“3.82”
Context: 0.6
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-405Goldboro · goldGrade: 1.07Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-405
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.07
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.5 m
- From
- 122.6 m
- To
- 123.1 m
- Intercept Depth
- 87.5 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-405:122.6-123.1
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A low-grade intercept, but contributes to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade (1.07 g/t) is well below weak threshold for orogenic gold (2.5 g/t).
- Intercept is very narrow (0.5 m).
Evidence · table
“1.07”
Context: 0.5
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-405Goldboro · goldGrade: 1.87Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-405
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.87
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.5 m
- From
- 129.8 m
- To
- 130.3 m
- Intercept Depth
- 87.5 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-405:129.8-130.3
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A narrow intercept with a grade below the weak threshold for orogenic gold, but contributes to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade (1.87 g/t) is below weak threshold for orogenic gold (2.5 g/t).
- Intercept is very narrow (0.5 m).
Evidence · table
“1.87”
Context: 0.5
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-405Goldboro · goldGrade: 2.44Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.7 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-405
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 2.44
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1.7 m
- From
- 167.6 m
- To
- 169.3 m
- Intercept Depth
- 87.5 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-405:167.6-169.3
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- Yes
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A narrow intercept with a grade just below the weak threshold for orogenic gold, but contributes to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade (2.44 g/t) is just below weak threshold for orogenic gold (2.5 g/t).
- Intercept is narrow (1.7 m).
Evidence · table
“2.44”
Context: 1.7
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-405Goldboro · goldGrade: 4.33Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.9 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-405
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 4.33
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.9 m
- From
- 168.4 m
- To
- 169.3 m
- Intercept Depth
- 87.5 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-405:168.4-169.3
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A narrow sub-interval with a moderate gold grade, contributing to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Moderate gold grade (4.33 g/t) for orogenic deposit.
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Intercept is very narrow (0.9 m).
Evidence · table
“4.33”
Context: 0.9
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-405Goldboro · goldGrade: 0.53Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-405
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.53
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1.1 m
- From
- 193.9 m
- To
- 195 m
- Intercept Depth
- 87.5 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-405:193.9-195
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A low-grade intercept, but contributes to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade (0.53 g/t) is well below weak threshold for orogenic gold (2.5 g/t).
Evidence · table
“0.53”
Context: 1.1
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-406Goldboro · goldGrade: 0.85Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-406
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.85
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 2.5 m
- From
- 185.4 m
- To
- 187.9 m
- Intercept Depth
- 185.4 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-406:185.4-187.9
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A low-grade intercept, but contributes to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade (0.85 g/t) is well below weak threshold for orogenic gold (2.5 g/t).
Evidence · table
“0.85”
Context: 2.5
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-406Goldboro · goldGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-406
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.5
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.5 m
- From
- 234.5 m
- To
- 235 m
- Intercept Depth
- 185.4 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-406:234.5-235
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A low-grade intercept, but contributes to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade (0.50 g/t) is well below weak threshold for orogenic gold (2.5 g/t).
- Intercept is very narrow (0.5 m).
Evidence · table
“0.50”
Context: 0.5
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-406Goldboro · goldGrade: 0.84Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-406
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.84
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.5 m
- From
- 288.2 m
- To
- 288.7 m
- Intercept Depth
- 185.4 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-406:288.2-288.7
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A low-grade intercept, but contributes to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade (0.84 g/t) is well below weak threshold for orogenic gold (2.5 g/t).
- Intercept is very narrow (0.5 m).
Evidence · table
“0.84”
Context: 0.5
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-406Goldboro · goldGrade: 0.71Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.2 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-406
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.71
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1.2 m
- From
- 300 m
- To
- 301.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 185.4 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-406:300-301.2
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A low-grade intercept, but contributes to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade (0.71 g/t) is well below weak threshold for orogenic gold (2.5 g/t).
- Intercept is narrow (1.2 m).
Evidence · table
“0.71”
Context: 1.2
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-406Goldboro · goldGrade: 1.11Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-406
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.11
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.5 m
- From
- 307.7 m
- To
- 308.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 185.4 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-406:307.7-308.2
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A low-grade intercept, but contributes to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade (1.11 g/t) is well below weak threshold for orogenic gold (2.5 g/t).
- Intercept is very narrow (0.5 m).
Evidence · table
“1.11”
Context: 0.5
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-407Goldboro · goldGrade: 1.13Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-407
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.13
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1.5 m
- From
- 69.2 m
- To
- 70.7 m
- Intercept Depth
- 69.2 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-407:69.2-70.7
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A low-grade intercept, but contributes to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Grade (1.13 g/t) is well below weak threshold for orogenic gold (2.5 g/t).
- Intercept is narrow (1.5 m).
Evidence · table
“1.13”
Context: 1.5
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
BR-23-407Goldboro · goldGrade: 3.73Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.5 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-407
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 3.73
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.5 m
- From
- 217.1 m
- To
- 217.6 m
- Intercept Depth
- 69.2 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-407:217.1-217.6
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- West of Goldboro Deposit
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A narrow intercept with a weak gold grade, contributing to the overall step-out success.
Positive factors
- Weak gold grade (3.73 g/t) for orogenic deposit.
- Part of a successful step-out exploration program extending mineralization.
Negative factors
- Intercept is very narrow (0.5 m).
Evidence · table
“3.73”
Context: 0.5
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
BR-23-393Goldboro · goldGrade: 26.09Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 8.9 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-393
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 26.09
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 8.9 m
- From
- 105.5 m
- To
- 114.4 m
- Intercept Depth
- 105.5 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-393:105.5-114.4
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Goldboro Deposit area
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2023-09-12T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A historical bonanza-grade intercept over a good width, indicating significant gold mineralization in the area.
Positive factors
- Exceptional gold grade (26.09 g/t) over a moderate width (8.9 m) for an orogenic deposit.
- Demonstrates high-grade potential in the area.
Evidence · text
“26.09 g/t gold over 8.9 metres (105.5 to 114.4 metres) in hole BR-23-393”
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Bonanza InterceptRejected · positive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Reason: The gold grade of 26.09 g/t is exceptionally high, well above the orogenic gold exceptional threshold of 15 g/t.
Evidence · text
“26.09 g/t gold over 8.9 metres”
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
Stale Data Re-releaseRejected · negative
Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.
Reason: This is a previously reported drill result, re-announced for context rather than new information.
Evidence · text
“Previously reported drilling in this area has outlined high-grade gold mineralization with selected composited highlights (core length) including: 26.09 g/t gold over 8.9 metres (105.5 to 114.4 metres) in hole BR-23-393”
BR-23-393Goldboro · goldGrade: 79.18Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.5 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-393
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 79.18
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.5 m
- From
- 105.5 m
- To
- 106 m
- Intercept Depth
- 105.5 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-393:105.5-106
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Goldboro Deposit area
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2023-09-12T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A historical bonanza-grade sub-interval, highlighting very high-grade zones within the broader mineralization, despite its narrow width and unspecified exact depth.
Positive factors
- Exceptional gold grade (79.18 g/t) significantly exceeds orogenic gold thresholds.
- Demonstrates high-grade potential within the broader intercept.
Negative factors
- Intercept is very narrow (0.5 m).
- Exact depth interval for this sub-interval is not provided.
Evidence · text
“including 79.18 g/t gold over 0.5 metres”
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Bonanza InterceptRejected · positive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Reason: The gold grade of 79.18 g/t is exceptionally high, well above the orogenic gold exceptional threshold of 15 g/t.
Evidence · text
“79.18 g/t gold over 0.5 metres”
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
Stale Data Re-releaseRejected · negative
Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.
Reason: This is a previously reported drill result, re-announced for context rather than new information.
Evidence · text
“Previously reported drilling in this area has outlined high-grade gold mineralization with selected composited highlights (core length) including: 26.09 g/t gold over 8.9 metres (105.5 to 114.4 metres) in hole BR-23-393 including 79.18 g/t gold over 0.5 metres”
BR-23-393Goldboro · goldGrade: 371.59Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.5 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-393
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 371.59
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.5 m
- From
- 105.5 m
- To
- 106 m
- Intercept Depth
- 105.5 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-393:105.5-106
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Goldboro Deposit area
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2023-09-12T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A historical bonanza-grade sub-interval, highlighting extremely high-grade zones within the broader mineralization, despite its narrow width and unspecified exact depth.
Positive factors
- Exceptional gold grade (371.59 g/t) significantly exceeds orogenic gold thresholds.
- Demonstrates very high-grade potential within the broader intercept.
Negative factors
- Intercept is very narrow (0.5 m).
- Exact depth interval for this sub-interval is not provided.
Evidence · text
“and 371.59 g/t gold over 0.5 metres”
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Bonanza InterceptRejected · positive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Reason: The gold grade of 371.59 g/t is exceptionally high, well above the orogenic gold exceptional threshold of 15 g/t.
Evidence · text
“371.59 g/t gold over 0.5 metres”
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
Stale Data Re-releaseRejected · negative
Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.
Reason: This is a previously reported drill result, re-announced for context rather than new information.
Evidence · text
“Previously reported drilling in this area has outlined high-grade gold mineralization with selected composited highlights (core length) including: 26.09 g/t gold over 8.9 metres (105.5 to 114.4 metres) in hole BR-23-393 including 79.18 g/t gold over 0.5 metres and 371.59 g/t gold over 0.5 metres”
BR-23-386Goldboro · goldGrade: 11.79Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4.1 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-386
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 11.79
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 4.1 m
- From
- 49.9 m
- To
- 54 m
- Intercept Depth
- 49.9 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-386:49.9-54
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Goldboro Deposit area
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2023-09-12T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A historical strong-grade intercept over a narrow width, indicating significant gold mineralization in the area.
Positive factors
- Strong gold grade (11.79 g/t) over a narrow width (4.1 m) for an orogenic deposit.
- Demonstrates high-grade potential in the area.
Evidence · text
“11.79 g/t gold over 4.1 metres (49.9 to 54.0 metres) in hole BR-23-386”
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
Stale Data Re-releaseRejected · negative
Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.
Reason: This is a previously reported drill result, re-announced for context rather than new information.
Evidence · text
“Previously reported drilling in this area has outlined high-grade gold mineralization with selected composited highlights (core length) including: 11.79 g/t gold over 4.1 metres (49.9 to 54.0 metres) in hole BR-23-386”
BR-23-386Goldboro · goldGrade: 47.23Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-386
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 47.23
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1 m
- From
- 49.9 m
- To
- 50.9 m
- Intercept Depth
- 49.9 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-386:49.9-50.9
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Goldboro Deposit area
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2023-09-12T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A historical bonanza-grade sub-interval, highlighting very high-grade zones within the broader mineralization, despite its narrow width and unspecified exact depth.
Positive factors
- Exceptional gold grade (47.23 g/t) significantly exceeds orogenic gold thresholds.
- Demonstrates high-grade potential within the broader intercept.
Negative factors
- Intercept is narrow (1.0 m).
- Exact depth interval for this sub-interval is not provided.
Evidence · text
“including 47.23 g/t gold over 1.0 metres”
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Bonanza InterceptRejected · positive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Reason: The gold grade of 47.23 g/t is exceptionally high, well above the orogenic gold exceptional threshold of 15 g/t.
Evidence · text
“47.23 g/t gold over 1.0 metres”
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
Stale Data Re-releaseRejected · negative
Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.
Reason: This is a previously reported drill result, re-announced for context rather than new information.
Evidence · text
“Previously reported drilling in this area has outlined high-grade gold mineralization with selected composited highlights (core length) including: 11.79 g/t gold over 4.1 metres (49.9 to 54.0 metres) in hole BR-23-386 including 47.23 g/t gold over 1.0 metres”
BR-23-388Goldboro · goldGrade: 19.15Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.2 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-388
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 19.15
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1.2 m
- From
- 114.7 m
- To
- 115.9 m
- Intercept Depth
- 114.7 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-388:114.7-115.9
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Goldboro Deposit area
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2023-09-12T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A historical exceptional-grade intercept over a very narrow width, indicating high-grade potential in the area.
Positive factors
- Exceptional gold grade (19.15 g/t) for an orogenic deposit.
- Demonstrates high-grade potential in the area.
Negative factors
- Intercept is very narrow (1.2 m).
Evidence · text
“19.15 g/t gold over 1.2 metres (114.7 to 115.9 metres) in hole BR-23-388”
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Bonanza InterceptRejected · positive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Reason: The gold grade of 19.15 g/t is exceptionally high, well above the orogenic gold exceptional threshold of 15 g/t.
Evidence · text
“19.15 g/t gold over 1.2 metres”
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
Stale Data Re-releaseRejected · negative
Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.
Reason: This is a previously reported drill result, re-announced for context rather than new information.
Evidence · text
“Previously reported drilling in this area has outlined high-grade gold mineralization with selected composited highlights (core length) including: 19.15 g/t gold over 1.2 metres (114.7 to 115.9 metres) in hole BR-23-388”
BR-23-395Goldboro · goldGrade: 10.85Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.3 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-395
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 10.85
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 1.3 m
- From
- 209.6 m
- To
- 210.9 m
- Intercept Depth
- 209.6 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-395:209.6-210.9
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Goldboro Deposit area
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2023-09-12T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A historical strong-grade intercept over a very narrow width, indicating high-grade potential in the area.
Positive factors
- Strong gold grade (10.85 g/t) for an orogenic deposit.
- Demonstrates high-grade potential in the area.
Negative factors
- Intercept is very narrow (1.3 m).
Evidence · text
“10.85 g/t gold over 1.3 metres (209.6 to 210.9 metres) in hole BR-23-395”
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
Stale Data Re-releaseRejected · negative
Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.
Reason: This is a previously reported drill result, re-announced for context rather than new information.
Evidence · text
“Previously reported drilling in this area has outlined high-grade gold mineralization with selected composited highlights (core length) including: 10.85 g/t gold over 1.3 metres (209.6 to 210.9 metres) in hole BR-23-395”
BR-23-397Goldboro · goldGrade: 21.16Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 0.7 mHistorical resultNeeds review: historical_restatementView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- BR-23-397
- Project
- Goldboro
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- canada_ns
- Reported Region
- canada_ns
- Ticker
- SGNL
Geometry
- Grade
- 21.16
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 0.7 m
- From
- 80.5 m
- To
- 81.2 m
- Intercept Depth
- 80.5 m
Classification
- Deposit Type
- orogenic
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- BR-23-397:80.5-81.2
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- Goldboro Deposit area
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- Eastern Analytical Ltd.
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks, check_assays
Metal Equivalent
- Assumptions Disclosed
- No
Review
- Needs Review
- Yes
- Review Reason
- historical_restatement
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- Yes
- Historical Source Date
- 2023-09-12T00:00:00.000Z
Dates
- Event date
- 2023-12-21T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: A historical exceptional-grade intercept over a very narrow width, indicating high-grade potential in the area.
Positive factors
- Exceptional gold grade (21.16 g/t) for an orogenic deposit.
- Demonstrates high-grade potential in the area.
Negative factors
- Intercept is very narrow (0.7 m).
Evidence · text
“21.16 g/t gold over 0.7 metres (80.5 to 81.2 metres) in hole BR-23-397”
Tags used in scoring
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
Nearology Playneutral
Value premise rests on proximity to a known deposit rather than own results.
Why it applies: proximity is offered as the value premise: "The step-out drilling program, comprising 6,026.5 metres from 31 holes, targeted near-surface gold mineralization immedi"
Rejected tags
Rejected tags — excluded from scoring because their label or evidence could not be verified.
Bonanza InterceptRejected · positive
Exceptionally high-grade zone, well above the deposit-type norm.
Reason: The gold grade of 21.16 g/t is exceptionally high, well above the orogenic gold exceptional threshold of 15 g/t.
Evidence · text
“21.16 g/t gold over 0.7 metres”
Apparent Width OnlyRejected · negative
Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.
Reason: Interval given as downhole width with true width estimated to be between 70% and 100% of core length, not a precise true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are estimated to be between 70% and 100% of the core length.”
QA/QC DisclosedRejected · positive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Reason: Release includes QA/QC disclosure, naming a certified lab and stating methods (standards, blanks, check assays).
Evidence · text
“All samples and the resultant composites referred to in this release are collected using QA/QC protocols including the regular insertion of standards and blanks within the sample batch for analysis and check assays of select samples. All samples quoted in this release were analyzed at Eastern Analytical Ltd. in Springdale, NL, for Au by fire assay (30 g) with an AA finish.”
QP/CP SignedRejected · positive · Story-specific tag
Qualified Person (QP) or Competent Person (CP) named and signed off — a member of a recognized professional association (e.g., AusIMM, SME, AIG, P.Geo) with relevant experience.
Reason: Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a 'Qualified Person', reviewed and approved the news release under NI 43-101.
Evidence · text
“This news release has been reviewed and approved by Paul McNeill, P.Geo., VP Exploration with Signal Gold Inc., a "Qualified Person", under National Instrument 43-101 Standard for Disclosure for Mineral Projects.”
Stale Data Re-releaseRejected · negative
Historical results re-announced with no new assays or reinterpretation — low genuine novelty.
Reason: This is a previously reported drill result, re-announced for context rather than new information.
Evidence · text
“Previously reported drilling in this area has outlined high-grade gold mineralization with selected composited highlights (core length) including: 21.16 g/t gold over 0.7 metres (80.5 to 81.2 metres) in hole BR-23-397”
How Atlas produces this analysis
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