Spanish Mountain Gold Drilling Intersects 102.36 Metres Grading 0.92 g/t Gold With a High-Grade Subset of 17.00 Metres of 2.12 g/t Gold

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Company
Spanish Mountain Gold Ltd.
Ticker
SPA
Exchange
TSX
Region
British Columbia, Canada
Primary commodity
Gold
Secondary commodities
None reported
Document categories
Drill results
Extracted
2026-09-19 00:32:06 UTC

Analysis by Minestarters Atlas

Minestarters Atlas analysis

Summary

Spanish Mountain Gold Ltd. announced additional assay results from five exploration drill holes at its Spanish Mountain Gold Project in British Columbia, Canada. The drilling, part of the 2025 Fall Drill Program, intersected significant gold mineralization, including 171.36 metres grading 0.64 g/t gold in hole 25-DH-1315, with a high-grade subset of 17.00 metres at 2.12 g/t gold. These results confirm and extend the Orca Fault target over a 530-metre strike length, with comprehensive QA/QC procedures in place, though true thickness remains unknown.

Reasoning: The drill results demonstrate significant gold mineralization over wide intercepts, extending the known strike length of the Orca Fault target. The presence of high-grade subsets within broader zones is encouraging for future resource definition. The comprehensive QA/QC disclosure adds credibility to the results. However, the lack of true width information and the early exploration stage of the project introduce some uncertainty.

Positive factors

  • Significant wide intercepts of gold mineralization, particularly in hole 25-DH-1315 (171.36 m at 0.64 g/t Au, including 102.36 m at 0.92 g/t Au and a high-grade subset of 17.00 m at 2.12 g/t Au).
  • Confirmation and extension of the Orca Fault target over 530 m strike length, indicating continuity.
  • High-grade subsets within broader intercepts, suggesting potential for economic zones.
  • Comprehensive QA/QC program disclosed, including certified lab, blanks, standards, duplicates, and QP sign-off, enhancing data reliability.
  • Exploration drilling continues to intersect higher-grade mineralization than the average grade of the current Mineral Resource Estimate in some areas.

Negative factors

  • True thickness of mineralization is unknown, which may overstate the actual width of the intercepts.
  • Project is still at the exploration stage, meaning economic viability is yet to be fully established.
  • Some collar depths are not available (N/A) in the provided table.

Low confidence — this extraction should be reviewed alongside the original source.

Facts used in scoring: 25

Classification and evidence

Step-Out Extensionpositive

Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.

Why it applies: The drilling extends the Orca Fault target over 530 m strike length and tests the furthest northwest extent, indicating mineralization is still present.

Evidence · text

“Current exploration drilling assay results continues to intersect significant higher-grade mineralization over 530 m in strike length in the Orca Fault target (Figure 1) and the continuity can now be traced across multiple parallel, adjacent drill sections.”

Apparent Width Onlynegative

Interval given as downhole width with no true width or drill orientation — apparent width may overstate true thickness.

Why it applies: The document explicitly states that the true thickness of mineralization is unknown as the project is still at the exploration stage.

Evidence · table

“Note 3)”

Context: Apparent True Thickness

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: The release details a comprehensive QA/QC program including blanks, standards, certified reference materials, duplicates, external platforms, and a certified laboratory (MSALABS) with ISO/IEC 17025 and ISO 9001 accreditation, overseen by a Qualified Person.

Evidence · text

“The Company inserts quality control (QC) samples at regular intervals, including blanks and reference materials, for all sample shipments to monitor laboratory performance. Standards and blanks account for a minimum of 20% of the samples in addition to the laboratory’s internal quality assurance programs. The QAQC program was overseen by the Company’s Qualified Person, Julian Manco, P.Geo, Director of Exploration (as described below).”

Compositing Transparentpositive

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

Why it applies: The document states that reported intersections are calculated using a 0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade.

Evidence · table

“1) Reported intersections are calculated using a 0.15 g/t Au cut-off grade.”

Context: Notes for Table 1 to Table 5:

Extracted facts

Stored fact records: 25. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.

Drill Results (25)

25-DH-1314Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.49Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 10.11 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1314
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
0.49
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
10.11 m
From
56.23 m
To
66.34 m
Hole Depth
270 m
Intercept Depth
56.23 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1314:56.23-66.34
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604160
Northing
5828218
Elevation
1056 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-70 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows moderate gold mineralization over a good width, contributing to the overall understanding of the Orca Fault target. The lack of true width information is a minor drawback for early-stage exploration.

Positive factors

  • Moderate gold grade over a reasonable width.
  • Part of an exploration program extending the known mineralization.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is unknown, potentially overstating the intercept width.

Evidence · table

“0.49”

Context: 10.11

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

25-DH-1314Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.64Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3.14 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1314
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
0.64
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
3.14 m
From
63.2 m
To
66.34 m
Hole Depth
270 m
Intercept Depth
56.23 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1314:63.2-66.34
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604160
Northing
5828218
Elevation
1056 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-70 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows a slightly higher grade over a narrow width, indicating some internal variability within the broader mineralized zone.

Positive factors

  • Higher grade within a broader interval.

Negative factors

  • Narrow width.
  • True thickness is unknown.

Evidence · table

“0.64”

Context: 3.14

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

25-DH-1314Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 1.57Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1314
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
1.57
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2 m
From
113 m
To
115 m
Hole Depth
270 m
Intercept Depth
56.23 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1314:113-115
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604160
Northing
5828218
Elevation
1056 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-70 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This narrow intercept shows a good gold grade, indicating localized higher-grade zones within the broader mineralized system.

Positive factors

  • Good gold grade for a narrow interval.

Negative factors

  • Narrow width.
  • True thickness is unknown.

Evidence · table

“1.57”

Context: 2.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

25-DH-1314Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.47Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 15.56 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1314
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
0.47
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
15.56 m
From
150 m
To
165.56 m
Hole Depth
270 m
Intercept Depth
56.23 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1314:150-165.56
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604160
Northing
5828218
Elevation
1056 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-70 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept provides further evidence of consistent gold mineralization within the target area, contributing to the overall understanding of the deposit's geometry.

Positive factors

  • Moderate gold grade over a good width.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is unknown.

Evidence · table

“0.47”

Context: 15.56

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

25-DH-1314Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.52Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 11.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1314
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
0.52
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
11.2 m
From
150 m
To
161.2 m
Hole Depth
270 m
Intercept Depth
56.23 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1314:150-161.2
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604160
Northing
5828218
Elevation
1056 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-70 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval confirms the continuity of gold mineralization within the larger intercept, supporting the overall geological model.

Positive factors

  • Consistent gold grade over a good width within a broader interval.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is unknown.

Evidence · table

“0.52”

Context: 11.20

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

25-DH-1314Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 1.3Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1314
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
1.3
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.5 m
From
150 m
To
151.5 m
Hole Depth
270 m
Intercept Depth
56.23 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1314:150-151.5
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604160
Northing
5828218
Elevation
1056 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-70 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This narrow, higher-grade sub-interval highlights localized enrichment within the broader mineralized zone.

Positive factors

  • Good gold grade over a narrow interval.

Negative factors

  • Narrow width.
  • True thickness is unknown.

Evidence · table

“1.30”

Context: 1.50

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

25-DH-1314Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.77Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 4.5 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1314
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
0.77
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
4.5 m
From
158.5 m
To
163 m
Hole Depth
270 m
Intercept Depth
56.23 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1314:158.5-163
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604160
Northing
5828218
Elevation
1056 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-70 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows a moderate gold grade, contributing to the understanding of the mineralized system's internal structure.

Positive factors

  • Moderate gold grade over a narrow width.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is unknown.

Evidence · table

“0.77”

Context: 4.50

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

25-DH-1314Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 1.65Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 1.2 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1314
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
1.65
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
1.2 m
From
160 m
To
161.2 m
Hole Depth
270 m
Intercept Depth
56.23 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1314:160-161.2
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604160
Northing
5828218
Elevation
1056 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-70 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This narrow, higher-grade sub-interval further indicates localized enrichment within the broader mineralized zone.

Positive factors

  • Good gold grade over a narrow interval.

Negative factors

  • Narrow width.
  • True thickness is unknown.

Evidence · table

“1.65”

Context: 1.20

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

25-DH-1314Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.43Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 13.41 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1314
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
0.43
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
13.41 m
From
242.59 m
To
256 m
Hole Depth
270 m
Intercept Depth
56.23 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1314:242.59-256
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604160
Northing
5828218
Elevation
1056 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-70 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept provides additional evidence of gold mineralization at depth, extending the known mineralized footprint.

Positive factors

  • Moderate gold grade over a good width.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is unknown.

Evidence · table

“0.43”

Context: 13.41

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

25-DH-1314Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.75Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 5.91 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1314
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
0.75
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
5.91 m
From
242.59 m
To
248.5 m
Hole Depth
270 m
Intercept Depth
56.23 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1314:242.59-248.5
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604160
Northing
5828218
Elevation
1056 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-70 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows a moderate gold grade, contributing to the understanding of the mineralized system's internal structure at depth.

Positive factors

  • Moderate gold grade over a narrow width within a broader interval.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is unknown.

Evidence · table

“0.75”

Context: 5.91

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

25-DH-1315Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.64Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 171.36 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1315
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
0.64
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
171.36 m
From
20 m
To
191.36 m
Hole Depth
282 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1315:20-191.36
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604231
Northing
5828163
Elevation
1075 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is a highly significant intercept due to its exceptional width and good gold grade, suggesting a substantial mineralized body. It provides excellent thickness correlation to nearby drill holes.

Positive factors

  • Very wide intercept of gold mineralization, indicating significant volume.
  • Good gold grade for such a wide interval.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is unknown, potentially overstating the intercept width.

Evidence · table

“0.64”

Context: 171.36

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

25-DH-1315Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.74Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 140.36 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1315
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
0.74
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
140.36 m
From
51 m
To
191.36 m
Hole Depth
282 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1315:51-191.36
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604231
Northing
5828163
Elevation
1075 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval confirms the extensive nature of the gold mineralization, maintaining a good grade over a very significant width.

Positive factors

  • Very wide intercept with good gold grade, indicating strong continuity.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is unknown.

Evidence · table

“0.74”

Context: 140.36

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

25-DH-1315Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.92Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 102.36 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1315
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
0.92
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
102.36 m
From
89 m
To
191.36 m
Hole Depth
282 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1315:89-191.36
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604231
Northing
5828163
Elevation
1075 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This is a very strong intercept, combining exceptional width with a high gold grade, making it a key highlight of the drilling program and indicating significant potential for resource growth.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional width with strong gold grade, indicating a significant and continuous high-grade zone.
  • This is a headline intercept for the release.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is unknown.

Evidence · table

“0.92”

Context: 102.36

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

25-DH-1315Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 2.12Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 17 mView all details
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Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1315
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
2.12
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
17 m
From
89 m
To
106 m
Hole Depth
282 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1315:89-106
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604231
Northing
5828163
Elevation
1075 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This high-grade subset is a bonanza intercept, demonstrating excellent gold grades over a substantial width within the broader mineralized zone, which is highly positive for the project's economics.

Positive factors

  • Exceptional gold grade over a significant width, representing a high-grade subset.
  • This is a headline intercept for the release.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is unknown.

Evidence · table

“2.12”

Context: 17.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

25-DH-1315Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 1.63Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 27.5 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1315
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
1.63
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
27.5 m
From
89 m
To
116.5 m
Hole Depth
282 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1315:89-116.5
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604231
Northing
5828163
Elevation
1075 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept further highlights the presence of strong gold mineralization over a substantial width within the Orca Fault target, reinforcing the potential for economic extraction.

Positive factors

  • Strong gold grade over a significant width, indicating a continuous high-grade zone.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is unknown.

Evidence · table

“1.63”

Context: 27.50

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

25-DH-1315Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 1.39Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 14.17 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1315
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
1.39
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
14.17 m
From
177.19 m
To
191.36 m
Hole Depth
282 m
Intercept Depth
20 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1315:177.19-191.36
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604231
Northing
5828163
Elevation
1075 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows strong gold mineralization over a good width, further supporting the continuity of the mineralized system within hole 25-DH-1315.

Positive factors

  • Strong gold grade over a good width, indicating continuity of mineralization at depth.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is unknown.

Evidence · table

“1.39”

Context: 14.17

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

25-DH-1316Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.73Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 75.71 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1316
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
0.73
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
75.71 m
From
14.79 m
To
90.5 m
Hole Depth
177 m
Intercept Depth
14.79 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1316:14.79-90.5
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604514
Northing
5828073
Elevation
1050 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This wide intercept with good gold grade is positive, especially given its shallow location, suggesting potential for open-pit mining. It contributes to expanding the known mineralized footprint.

Positive factors

  • Wide intercept of gold mineralization with a good grade, indicating significant volume.
  • Located in the most northeasterly area, highlighting shallow, near-surface mineralization.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is unknown.

Evidence · table

“0.73”

Context: 75.71

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

25-DH-1316Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 1.1Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 42.63 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1316
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
1.1
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
42.63 m
From
46.04 m
To
88.67 m
Hole Depth
177 m
Intercept Depth
14.79 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1316:46.04-88.67
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604514
Northing
5828073
Elevation
1050 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows strong gold mineralization over a significant width, contributing positively to the overall resource potential and indicating areas of higher-grade material.

Positive factors

  • Strong gold grade over a significant width, indicating a continuous high-grade zone.
  • Higher than average grade of the current MRE.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is unknown.

Evidence · table

“1.10”

Context: 42.63

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

25-DH-1316Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.57Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 2.61 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1316
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
0.57
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
2.61 m
From
124.63 m
To
127.24 m
Hole Depth
177 m
Intercept Depth
14.79 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1316:124.63-127.24
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604514
Northing
5828073
Elevation
1050 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This narrow intercept shows moderate gold mineralization, but its limited width makes it less material compared to other results.

Negative factors

  • Narrow width.
  • True thickness is unknown.

Evidence · table

“0.57”

Context: 2.61

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

25-DH-1317Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.71Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 36.55 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1317
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
0.71
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
36.55 m
From
121.65 m
To
158.2 m
Hole Depth
282 m
Intercept Depth
121.65 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1317:121.65-158.2
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604186
Northing
5828166
Elevation
1076 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This intercept shows good gold mineralization over a significant width, contributing to the overall understanding of the deposit's continuity and potential.

Positive factors

  • Good gold grade over a significant width.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is unknown.

Evidence · table

“0.71”

Context: 36.55

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

25-DH-1317Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 1.01Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 18.98 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1317
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
1.01
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
18.98 m
From
131.8 m
To
150.78 m
Hole Depth
282 m
Intercept Depth
121.65 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1317:131.8-150.78
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604186
Northing
5828166
Elevation
1076 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows strong gold mineralization over a good width, indicating a continuous higher-grade zone within the broader intercept.

Positive factors

  • Strong gold grade over a good width.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is unknown.

Evidence · table

“1.01”

Context: 18.98

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

25-DH-1318Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 61.12 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1318
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
0.5
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
61.12 m
From
48.38 m
To
109.5 m
Hole Depth
243 m
Intercept Depth
48.38 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1318:48.38-109.5
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604445
Northing
5828098
Elevation
1055 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This wide intercept with good gold grade is positive, especially given its shallow location, suggesting potential for open-pit mining. It contributes to expanding the known mineralized footprint.

Positive factors

  • Wide intercept of gold mineralization with a good grade, indicating significant volume.
  • Located in the most northeasterly area, highlighting shallow, near-surface mineralization.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is unknown.

Evidence · table

“0.50”

Context: 61.12

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

25-DH-1318Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.66Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 41.04 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1318
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
0.66
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
41.04 m
From
48.38 m
To
89.42 m
Hole Depth
243 m
Intercept Depth
48.38 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1318:48.38-89.42
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604445
Northing
5828098
Elevation
1055 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval confirms the continuity of gold mineralization within the larger intercept, supporting the overall geological model.

Positive factors

  • Good gold grade over a significant width within a broader interval.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is unknown.

Evidence · table

“0.66”

Context: 41.04

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

25-DH-1318Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 0.78Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 28.62 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1318
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
0.78
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
28.62 m
From
48.38 m
To
77 m
Hole Depth
243 m
Intercept Depth
48.38 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1318:48.38-77
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604445
Northing
5828098
Elevation
1055 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows strong gold mineralization over a good width, indicating a continuous higher-grade zone within the broader intercept.

Positive factors

  • Strong gold grade over a good width.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is unknown.

Evidence · table

“0.78”

Context: 28.62

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

25-DH-1318Spanish Mountain · goldGrade: 1.08Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 14 mView all details
Link to this fact

Identity

Hole ID
25-DH-1318
Project
Spanish Mountain
Commodity
gold
Region
canada_bc
Reported Region
canada_bc
Ticker
SPA

Geometry

Grade
1.08
Grade Unit
g/t
Intercept
14 m
From
60 m
To
74 m
Hole Depth
243 m
Intercept Depth
48.38 m

Classification

Program
exploration
Sample Type
drill
Group ID
25-DH-1318:60-74
Mining Method
unknown

Location

Easting
604445
Northing
5828098
Elevation
1055 m
Azimuth
120 °
Dip
-60 °
Loc. Confidence
high
Loc. Source
document

QA/QC

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

Deleterious

Deleterious Flag
No

Compositing

Cutoff Grade
0.15
Cutoff Unit
g/t Au

Review

Needs Review
No
Interp. Status
scored
Historical
No

Dates

Event date
2026-01-06T00:00:00.000Z

Reasoning: This sub-interval shows strong gold mineralization over a good width, contributing positively to the overall resource potential and indicating areas of higher-grade material.

Positive factors

  • Strong gold grade over a good width, indicating a continuous high-grade zone.
  • Higher than average grade of the current MRE.

Negative factors

  • True thickness is unknown.

Evidence · table

“1.08”

Context: 14.00

Tags used in scoring

QA/QC Disclosedpositive

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

Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true

How Atlas produces this analysis

Minestarters Atlas uses automated extraction to summarize mining announcements, identify reported measurements, and classify supporting evidence. Sentiment reflects the extracted narrative and classification rules; it is an interpretation, not a reported measurement. Evidence quotes and context are provided where available. Missing data, low-confidence results, and review flags indicate limitations. Check the original publisher announcement before relying on an interpretation.