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VR intersects 317 m at 0.77% CuEq starting at surface, above 419 m of 0.48% CuEq, in 881 m drill hole of continuous polymetallic stockwork veining at New Boston Porphyry-Skarn project, Nevada.

Resource WorldAug 27, 2026 · 9 days ago
Drill Results
Drill Intercepts ⛏
8/100.77 % CU · 317m
8/100.48 % CU · 419m
Analyst Takeaways
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0.77% CuEq* over 317m starting at surface; 0.48% CuEq* over 419 m starting at 460...
Frequently Asked Questions
Is 0.77% copper considered economic for mining?+
Yes, 0.77% CuEq is within the viable range for large-scale open-pit porphyry mining, especially when surface-accessible and amenable to bulk tonnage extraction. Economic viability depends on mine scale, metallurgical recovery, and operating costs.
What does 'polymetallic stockwork veining' mean for investors?+
Stockwork veining indicates pervasive, distributed mineralization (not localized ore shoots), which typically supports large tonnage deposits. 'Polymetallic' implies multiple metal credits beyond copper—such as molybdenum, gold, or silver—that could enhance project economics.
Why is the high-grade zone (0.77%) starting at surface significant?+
Surface-starting mineralization reduces or eliminates mining waste above the ore body, lowering stripping ratios and improving project economics compared to deposits with substantial overburden.
What is the next step after these drill results?+
Typical next steps include expanding drilling to define resource boundaries, metallurgical testing to confirm recovery rates, and preliminary economic assessments to advance toward a resource estimate or feasibility study.
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