Tocvan Expands El Mezquite; Drilling Returns 106.8 m of 0.5 g/t Au
Original announcement by orestocks on
- Company
- Tocvan Ventures Corp.
- Ticker
- TOC.CN
- Exchange
- Unavailable
- Region
- Sonora, Mexico
- Primary commodity
- Gold
- Secondary commodities
- Silver
- Document categories
- Drill results
- Extracted
- 2026-09-23 05:47:19 UTC
Analysis by Minestarters Atlas
Minestarters Atlas analysis
Summary
Tocvan Ventures Corp. announced new drill results from the El Mezquite trend at its Gran Pilar Gold-Silver Project in Sonora, Mexico. Hole JES-26-175, a 130-meter step-out north of a previous discovery, returned a broad intercept of 106.8 meters grading 0.50 g/t Au and 3.5 g/t Ag within a larger 271.5-meter envelope of 0.3 g/t Au and 2.4 g/t Ag from 1.5 meters downhole. These results extend continuous mineralization and validate the resource potential, with grades significantly above typical heap-leach cut-offs, and the project is near a permitted pilot plant.
Reasoning: The drill results from hole JES-26-175 at the El Mezquite trend show a significant extension of broad, near-surface gold-silver mineralization with grades well above regional heap-leach cut-offs. The intercept of 106.8 m at 0.50 g/t Au and 3.5 g/t Ag within a larger 271.5 m envelope is a strong positive, validating the resource potential and extending the known strike length. The project's proximity to a permitted pilot plant and existing infrastructure further enhances its appeal. While true widths are estimated, the overall results are highly material and novel for the project.
Positive factors
- Broad, near-surface, continuous mineralization extended 130m north of discovery hole
- High-grade internal zones within a large mineralized envelope
- Grades significantly above typical heap-leach cut-offs for the region
- Project located near a permitted pilot plant with existing road access
- Strong QA/QC disclosure with certified labs and QP sign-off
Negative factors
- True width is estimated, not precisely measured
Facts used in scoring: 18
Classification and evidence
True Width Disclosedpositive
Actual thickness perpendicular to structure is stated, not just downhole length.
Why it applies: True widths are estimated to be within the range of 60-80% of drilled widths, providing an estimate of true width.
Evidence · text
“True widths are unknown but estimated to be within the range of 60-80% of drilled widths.”
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: The release details QA/QC procedures including certified labs (ALS ISO 9001 and ISO/IEC 17025), insertion of blanks and certified reference materials, and re-assay protocols for over-limit values.
Evidence · text
“The ALS Hermosillo and North Vancouver facilities are ISO 9001 and ISO/IEC 17025 certified. Gold was analyzed using 50-gram nominal weight fire assay with atomic absorption spectroscopy finish. Over limits for gold (>10 g/t), were analyzed using fire assay with a gravimetric finish. Silver and other elements were analyzed using a four-acid digestion with an ICP finish. Over limit analyses for silver (>100 g/t) were re-assayed using an ore-grade four-acid digestion with ICP-AES finish. Control samples comprising certified reference samples and blank samples were systematically inserted into the sample stream and analyzed as part of the Company's robust quality assurance / quality control protocol.”
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: Brodie A. Sutherland, Executive Chair for Tocvan Ventures Corp. and a qualified person ('QP') as defined by Canadian National Instrument 43-101, has reviewed and approved the technical information contained in this release.
Evidence · text
“Brodie A. Sutherland, Executive Chair for Tocvan Ventures Corp. and a qualified person ("QP") as defined by Canadian National Instrument 43-101, has reviewed and approved the technical information contained in this release.”
Step-Out Extensionpositive
Mineralization extended beyond the previously known limit.
Why it applies: Hole JES-26-175 was collared approximately 130 metres north of discovery hole JES-26-155 and extends continuous mineralization.
Evidence · text
“Hole JES-26-175, collared approximately 130 metres north of discovery hole JES-26-155 (215m of 0.6 g/t Au), returned a broad, near-surface gold-silver interval of 106.8 metres grading 0.50 g/t Au and 3.5 g/t Ag within a much larger envelope of 271.5 metres grading 0.3 g/t Au and 2.4 g/t Ag from 1.5 metres downhole. The result extends continuous mineralization north of the August 6, 2026 discovery hole (JES-26-155: 215.0 m of 0.6 g/t Au from 36.6 m)”
Extracted facts
Stored fact records: 18. Some facts used in scoring do not have a stored record.
Drill Results (18)
JES-26-175Gran Pilar · goldGrade: 0.26Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 271.45 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- JES-26-175
- Project
- Gran Pilar
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- mexico
- Reported Region
- mexico
- Ticker
- TOC.CN
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.26
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 271.45 m
- From
- 1.53 m
- To
- 272.98 m
- Hole Depth
- 292.8 m
- Intercept Depth
- 1.53 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- JES-26-175:1.53-272.98
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- El Mezquite trend
- Easting
- 619045
- Northing
- 3144688
- Elevation
- 467 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -45 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This broad, near-surface gold intercept is significant for extending the El Mezquite trend. The grade of 0.26 g/t Au over 271.45 m is above typical heap-leach cut-offs, indicating potential for bulk tonnage. The location 130m north of a discovery hole adds to its novelty and materiality.
Positive factors
- Very broad intercept starting near surface
- Grade is above typical heap-leach cut-offs
- Extends known mineralization
Negative factors
- True width is estimated
Evidence · table
“0.26”
Context: 271.45
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
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: "# Tocvan Expands El Mezquite; Drilling Returns 106.8 m of 0.5 g/t Au *2026-09-23T01:30:00-04:00* Tocvan Expands El Mez"
JES-26-175Gran Pilar · silverGrade: 2.41Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 271.45 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- JES-26-175
- Project
- Gran Pilar
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- mexico
- Reported Region
- mexico
- Ticker
- TOC.CN
Geometry
- Grade
- 2.41
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 271.45 m
- From
- 1.53 m
- To
- 272.98 m
- Hole Depth
- 292.8 m
- Intercept Depth
- 1.53 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- JES-26-175:1.53-272.98
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- El Mezquite trend
- Easting
- 619045
- Northing
- 3144688
- Elevation
- 467 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -45 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This broad silver intercept complements the gold mineralization, contributing to the overall economic potential of the extended El Mezquite trend. The grade is consistent with a gold-silver system.
Positive factors
- Broad intercept starting near surface
- Extends known mineralization
Negative factors
- True width is estimated
Evidence · table
“2.41”
Context: 271.45
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
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: "# Tocvan Expands El Mezquite; Drilling Returns 106.8 m of 0.5 g/t Au *2026-09-23T01:30:00-04:00* Tocvan Expands El Mez"
JES-26-175Gran Pilar · goldGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 106.75 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- JES-26-175
- Project
- Gran Pilar
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- mexico
- Reported Region
- mexico
- Ticker
- TOC.CN
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.5
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 106.75 m
- From
- 48.8 m
- To
- 155.55 m
- Hole Depth
- 292.8 m
- Intercept Depth
- 1.53 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- JES-26-175:48.8-155.55
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- El Mezquite trend
- Easting
- 619045
- Northing
- 3144688
- Elevation
- 467 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -45 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept of 106.75 m at 0.50 g/t Au is a very strong result, demonstrating significant gold mineralization at a grade that is highly economic for a heap-leach operation. It is a key component of the overall broad intercept and contributes strongly to the project's potential.
Positive factors
- High-grade intercept within a broader zone
- Grade is strong for an open-pit target and well above heap-leach cut-offs
- Significant width (106.75 m)
Negative factors
- True width is estimated
Evidence · table
“0.50”
Context: 106.75
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
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: "# Tocvan Expands El Mezquite; Drilling Returns 106.8 m of 0.5 g/t Au *2026-09-23T01:30:00-04:00* Tocvan Expands El Mez"
JES-26-175Gran Pilar · silverGrade: 3.46Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 106.75 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- JES-26-175
- Project
- Gran Pilar
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- mexico
- Reported Region
- mexico
- Ticker
- TOC.CN
Geometry
- Grade
- 3.46
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 106.75 m
- From
- 48.8 m
- To
- 155.55 m
- Hole Depth
- 292.8 m
- Intercept Depth
- 1.53 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- JES-26-175:48.8-155.55
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- El Mezquite trend
- Easting
- 619045
- Northing
- 3144688
- Elevation
- 467 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -45 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The silver grade of 3.46 g/t over 106.75 m adds value to the gold intercept, reinforcing the polymetallic nature of the mineralization and its potential for economic extraction.
Positive factors
- Significant silver grade over a broad width, complementing gold mineralization
Negative factors
- True width is estimated
Evidence · table
“3.46”
Context: 106.75
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
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: "# Tocvan Expands El Mezquite; Drilling Returns 106.8 m of 0.5 g/t Au *2026-09-23T01:30:00-04:00* Tocvan Expands El Mez"
JES-26-175Gran Pilar · goldGrade: 0.68Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 27.45 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- JES-26-175
- Project
- Gran Pilar
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- mexico
- Reported Region
- mexico
- Ticker
- TOC.CN
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.68
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 27.45 m
- From
- 51.85 m
- To
- 79.3 m
- Hole Depth
- 292.8 m
- Intercept Depth
- 1.53 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- JES-26-175:51.85-79.3
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- El Mezquite trend
- Easting
- 619045
- Northing
- 3144688
- Elevation
- 467 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -45 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This internal intercept shows a higher-grade gold zone within the broader mineralization, indicating good continuity of economic grades. The grade of 0.68 g/t Au over 27.45 m is a strong result.
Positive factors
- Higher-grade internal zone
- Grade is strong for an open-pit target
Negative factors
- True width is estimated
Evidence · table
“0.68”
Context: 27.45
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
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: "# Tocvan Expands El Mezquite; Drilling Returns 106.8 m of 0.5 g/t Au *2026-09-23T01:30:00-04:00* Tocvan Expands El Mez"
JES-26-175Gran Pilar · silverGrade: 4.56Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 27.45 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- JES-26-175
- Project
- Gran Pilar
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- mexico
- Reported Region
- mexico
- Ticker
- TOC.CN
Geometry
- Grade
- 4.56
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 27.45 m
- From
- 51.85 m
- To
- 79.3 m
- Hole Depth
- 292.8 m
- Intercept Depth
- 1.53 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- JES-26-175:51.85-79.3
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- El Mezquite trend
- Easting
- 619045
- Northing
- 3144688
- Elevation
- 467 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -45 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The silver grade of 4.56 g/t over 27.45 m further enhances the value of this internal high-grade zone, supporting the polymetallic nature of the deposit.
Positive factors
- Good silver grade over a significant width
Negative factors
- True width is estimated
Evidence · table
“4.56”
Context: 27.45
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
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: "# Tocvan Expands El Mezquite; Drilling Returns 106.8 m of 0.5 g/t Au *2026-09-23T01:30:00-04:00* Tocvan Expands El Mez"
JES-26-175Gran Pilar · goldGrade: 0.97Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 16.78 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- JES-26-175
- Project
- Gran Pilar
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- mexico
- Reported Region
- mexico
- Ticker
- TOC.CN
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.97
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 16.78 m
- From
- 131.15 m
- To
- 147.93 m
- Hole Depth
- 292.8 m
- Intercept Depth
- 1.53 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- JES-26-175:131.15-147.93
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- El Mezquite trend
- Easting
- 619045
- Northing
- 3144688
- Elevation
- 467 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -45 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This internal intercept of 16.78 m at 0.97 g/t Au represents another significant high-grade zone within the broader mineralization, contributing to the overall economic viability.
Positive factors
- Higher-grade internal zone
- Grade is strong for an open-pit target
Negative factors
- True width is estimated
Evidence · table
“0.97”
Context: 16.78
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
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: "# Tocvan Expands El Mezquite; Drilling Returns 106.8 m of 0.5 g/t Au *2026-09-23T01:30:00-04:00* Tocvan Expands El Mez"
JES-26-175Gran Pilar · silverGrade: 3.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 16.78 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- JES-26-175
- Project
- Gran Pilar
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- mexico
- Reported Region
- mexico
- Ticker
- TOC.CN
Geometry
- Grade
- 3.5
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 16.78 m
- From
- 131.15 m
- To
- 147.93 m
- Hole Depth
- 292.8 m
- Intercept Depth
- 1.53 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- JES-26-175:131.15-147.93
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- El Mezquite trend
- Easting
- 619045
- Northing
- 3144688
- Elevation
- 467 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -45 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The silver grade of 3.50 g/t over 16.78 m complements the gold mineralization in this internal zone, adding to the overall value.
Positive factors
- Good silver grade over a significant width
Negative factors
- True width is estimated
Evidence · table
“3.50”
Context: 16.78
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
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: "# Tocvan Expands El Mezquite; Drilling Returns 106.8 m of 0.5 g/t Au *2026-09-23T01:30:00-04:00* Tocvan Expands El Mez"
JES-26-175Gran Pilar · goldGrade: 0.78Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3.05 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- JES-26-175
- Project
- Gran Pilar
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- mexico
- Reported Region
- mexico
- Ticker
- TOC.CN
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.78
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 3.05 m
- From
- 170.8 m
- To
- 173.85 m
- Hole Depth
- 292.8 m
- Intercept Depth
- 1.53 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- JES-26-175:170.8-173.85
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- El Mezquite trend
- Easting
- 619045
- Northing
- 3144688
- Elevation
- 467 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -45 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This narrow, high-grade gold intercept of 3.05 m at 0.78 g/t Au contributes to the overall grade profile of the broader mineralized zone.
Positive factors
- Good gold grade in an internal zone
Negative factors
- Narrow width
- True width is estimated
Evidence · table
“0.78”
Context: 3.05
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
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: "# Tocvan Expands El Mezquite; Drilling Returns 106.8 m of 0.5 g/t Au *2026-09-23T01:30:00-04:00* Tocvan Expands El Mez"
JES-26-175Gran Pilar · silverGrade: 6.35Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3.05 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- JES-26-175
- Project
- Gran Pilar
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- mexico
- Reported Region
- mexico
- Ticker
- TOC.CN
Geometry
- Grade
- 6.35
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 3.05 m
- From
- 170.8 m
- To
- 173.85 m
- Hole Depth
- 292.8 m
- Intercept Depth
- 1.53 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- JES-26-175:170.8-173.85
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- El Mezquite trend
- Easting
- 619045
- Northing
- 3144688
- Elevation
- 467 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -45 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The silver grade of 6.35 g/t over 3.05 m is a positive contribution to the overall mineralization in this narrow zone.
Positive factors
- Good silver grade in an internal zone
Negative factors
- Narrow width
- True width is estimated
Evidence · table
“6.35”
Context: 3.05
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
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: "# Tocvan Expands El Mezquite; Drilling Returns 106.8 m of 0.5 g/t Au *2026-09-23T01:30:00-04:00* Tocvan Expands El Mez"
JES-26-175Gran Pilar · goldGrade: 1.11Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3.05 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- JES-26-175
- Project
- Gran Pilar
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- mexico
- Reported Region
- mexico
- Ticker
- TOC.CN
Geometry
- Grade
- 1.11
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 3.05 m
- From
- 183 m
- To
- 186.05 m
- Hole Depth
- 292.8 m
- Intercept Depth
- 1.53 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- JES-26-175:183-186.05
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- El Mezquite trend
- Easting
- 619045
- Northing
- 3144688
- Elevation
- 467 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -45 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This narrow intercept of 3.05 m at 1.11 g/t Au is a strong high-grade gold result, contributing positively to the overall grade profile of the hole.
Positive factors
- High-grade gold intercept
Negative factors
- Narrow width
- True width is estimated
Evidence · table
“1.11”
Context: 3.05
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
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: "# Tocvan Expands El Mezquite; Drilling Returns 106.8 m of 0.5 g/t Au *2026-09-23T01:30:00-04:00* Tocvan Expands El Mez"
JES-26-175Gran Pilar · silverGrade: 23.43Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 3.05 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- JES-26-175
- Project
- Gran Pilar
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- mexico
- Reported Region
- mexico
- Ticker
- TOC.CN
Geometry
- Grade
- 23.43
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 3.05 m
- From
- 183 m
- To
- 186.05 m
- Hole Depth
- 292.8 m
- Intercept Depth
- 1.53 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- JES-26-175:183-186.05
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- El Mezquite trend
- Easting
- 619045
- Northing
- 3144688
- Elevation
- 467 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -45 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The silver grade of 23.43 g/t over 3.05 m is a strong high-grade silver result, significantly contributing to the overall value of this narrow zone.
Positive factors
- High-grade silver intercept
Negative factors
- Narrow width
- True width is estimated
Evidence · table
“23.43”
Context: 3.05
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
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: "# Tocvan Expands El Mezquite; Drilling Returns 106.8 m of 0.5 g/t Au *2026-09-23T01:30:00-04:00* Tocvan Expands El Mez"
JES-26-175Gran Pilar · goldGrade: 0.16Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7.63 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- JES-26-175
- Project
- Gran Pilar
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- mexico
- Reported Region
- mexico
- Ticker
- TOC.CN
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.16
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 7.63 m
- From
- 254.68 m
- To
- 262.3 m
- Hole Depth
- 292.8 m
- Intercept Depth
- 1.53 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- JES-26-175:254.68-262.3
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- El Mezquite trend
- Easting
- 619045
- Northing
- 3144688
- Elevation
- 467 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -45 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept of 7.63 m at 0.16 g/t Au is a moderate result, still above heap-leach cut-offs, contributing to the overall broad mineralized envelope.
Positive factors
- Grade is above typical heap-leach cut-offs
Negative factors
- Lower grade compared to other intercepts
- True width is estimated
Evidence · table
“0.16”
Context: 7.63
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
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: "# Tocvan Expands El Mezquite; Drilling Returns 106.8 m of 0.5 g/t Au *2026-09-23T01:30:00-04:00* Tocvan Expands El Mez"
JES-26-175Gran Pilar · silverGrade: 3.08Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 7.63 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- JES-26-175
- Project
- Gran Pilar
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- mexico
- Reported Region
- mexico
- Ticker
- TOC.CN
Geometry
- Grade
- 3.08
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 7.63 m
- From
- 254.68 m
- To
- 262.3 m
- Hole Depth
- 292.8 m
- Intercept Depth
- 1.53 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- JES-26-175:254.68-262.3
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- El Mezquite trend
- Easting
- 619045
- Northing
- 3144688
- Elevation
- 467 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -45 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The silver grade of 3.08 g/t over 7.63 m is a moderate result, consistent with the overall polymetallic nature of the mineralization.
Positive factors
- Silver mineralization present
Negative factors
- True width is estimated
Evidence · table
“3.08”
Context: 7.63
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
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: "# Tocvan Expands El Mezquite; Drilling Returns 106.8 m of 0.5 g/t Au *2026-09-23T01:30:00-04:00* Tocvan Expands El Mez"
JES-26-175Gran Pilar · goldGrade: 0.34Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 6.1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- JES-26-175
- Project
- Gran Pilar
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- mexico
- Reported Region
- mexico
- Ticker
- TOC.CN
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.34
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 6.1 m
- From
- 266.88 m
- To
- 272.98 m
- Hole Depth
- 292.8 m
- Intercept Depth
- 1.53 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- JES-26-175:266.88-272.98
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- El Mezquite trend
- Easting
- 619045
- Northing
- 3144688
- Elevation
- 467 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -45 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This intercept of 6.10 m at 0.34 g/t Au is a good result, maintaining economic grades towards the end of the broad mineralized zone.
Positive factors
- Grade is above typical heap-leach cut-offs
Negative factors
- True width is estimated
Evidence · table
“0.34”
Context: 6.10
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
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: "# Tocvan Expands El Mezquite; Drilling Returns 106.8 m of 0.5 g/t Au *2026-09-23T01:30:00-04:00* Tocvan Expands El Mez"
JES-26-175Gran Pilar · silverGrade: 3Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 6.1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- JES-26-175
- Project
- Gran Pilar
- Commodity
- silver
- Region
- mexico
- Reported Region
- mexico
- Ticker
- TOC.CN
Geometry
- Grade
- 3
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 6.1 m
- From
- 266.88 m
- To
- 272.98 m
- Hole Depth
- 292.8 m
- Intercept Depth
- 1.53 m
Classification
- Program
- exploration
- Sample Type
- drill
- Group ID
- JES-26-175:266.88-272.98
- Mining Method
- open_pit
Location
- Location
- El Mezquite trend
- Easting
- 619045
- Northing
- 3144688
- Elevation
- 467 m
- Azimuth
- 90 °
- Dip
- -45 °
- Loc. Confidence
- high
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- Lab Certified
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: The silver grade of 3.00 g/t over 6.10 m is a moderate result, consistent with the overall polymetallic nature of the mineralization at depth.
Positive factors
- Silver mineralization present
Negative factors
- True width is estimated
Evidence · table
“3.00”
Context: 6.10
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
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: "# Tocvan Expands El Mezquite; Drilling Returns 106.8 m of 0.5 g/t Au *2026-09-23T01:30:00-04:00* Tocvan Expands El Mez"
JES-26-172Gran Pilar · goldGrade: 0.6Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 215 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- JES-26-172
- Project
- Gran Pilar
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- mexico
- Reported Region
- mexico
- Ticker
- TOC.CN
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.6
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 215 m
- From
- 36.6 m
- To
- 251.6 m
Classification
- Sample Type
- drill
Location
- Location
- El Mezquite trend
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This broad, near-surface gold intercept is significant for extending the El Mezquite trend. The grade of 0.26 g/t Au over 271.45 m is above typical heap-leach cut-offs, indicating potential for bulk tonnage. The location 130m north of a discovery hole adds to its novelty and materiality.
Positive factors
- Very broad intercept starting near surface
- Grade is above typical heap-leach cut-offs
- Extends known mineralization
Negative factors
- True width is estimated
Evidence · text
“215.0 m of 0.6 g/t Au from 36.6 m”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
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: "# Tocvan Expands El Mezquite; Drilling Returns 106.8 m of 0.5 g/t Au *2026-09-23T01:30:00-04:00* Tocvan Expands El Mez"
JES-26-172Gran Pilar · goldGrade: 0.5Grade Unit: g/tIntercept: 81.1 mView all detailsHide details
Identity
- Hole ID
- JES-26-172
- Project
- Gran Pilar
- Commodity
- gold
- Region
- mexico
- Reported Region
- mexico
- Ticker
- TOC.CN
Geometry
- Grade
- 0.5
- Grade Unit
- g/t
- Intercept
- 81.1 m
- From
- 13.5 m
- To
- 94.6 m
Classification
- Sample Type
- drill
Location
- Location
- El Mezquite trend
- Loc. Source
- document
QA/QC
- Laboratory
- ALS
- QA/QC Disclosed
- Yes
- QP Signed
- Yes
- QA/QC Methods
- standards, blanks
Review
- Needs Review
- No
- Interp. Status
- scored
- Historical
- No
Dates
- Event date
- 2026-09-23T00:00:00.000Z
Reasoning: This broad, near-surface gold intercept is significant for extending the El Mezquite trend. The grade of 0.26 g/t Au over 271.45 m is above typical heap-leach cut-offs, indicating potential for bulk tonnage. The location 130m north of a discovery hole adds to its novelty and materiality.
Positive factors
- Very broad intercept starting near surface
- Grade is above typical heap-leach cut-offs
- Extends known mineralization
Negative factors
- True width is estimated
Evidence · text
“81.1 m of 0.5 g/t Au from 13.5 m”
Tags used in scoring
QA/QC Disclosedpositive
Release includes QA/QC disclosure — certified lab, QP sign-off, or stated methods (blanks, standards, duplicates).
Why it applies: qaqc_disclosed is true
Cut-off Undisclosednegative
High-grade interval reported without stating the cut-off grade used for compositing.
Why it applies: no cutoff_grade was stated
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: "# Tocvan Expands El Mezquite; Drilling Returns 106.8 m of 0.5 g/t Au *2026-09-23T01:30:00-04:00* Tocvan Expands El Mez"
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.