Zonte Metals Discovers Copper and Silver Mineralization at N Dunns Target, Updates Drill Targets at Cross Hills Copper Project.
CACICACI(US:CACI) Thenewswire·2025-10-28 10:30

Core Insights - Zonte Metals Inc. has made significant advancements in its Cross Hills Copper Project, including the discovery of copper and silver mineralization at the N Dunns target and the progression of multiple large-scale IOCG targets towards drill testing [1][7]. Exploration Progress - Over the past seven years, Zonte has transformed the Cross Hills Copper Project from an early-stage property into a district-scale IOCG system with nine large, drill-ready targets [2]. - Approximately $5 million has been invested in systematic exploration, including geophysics, geochemistry, and geological mapping, enhancing the project's attractiveness to mining companies [4]. Geophysical Findings - Recent high-resolution gravity surveys have identified strong, deep-seated anomalies that may represent mineralized systems, with dimensions reaching up to 3,300 meters in length, 600 meters wide, and 1,000 meters in depth [3]. - The N Dunns target, a large geophysical anomaly, measures up to 3,300 meters in length and 400-600 meters wide, with IOCG-style mineralization observed at the surface [5]. Mineralization Discovery - Surface copper-silver mineralization was found in narrow veins (2-15 cm wide) at the N Dunns target, with assay results showing 0.5% Cu and 14.3 g/t Ag [5]. - The presence of new surface drill hole discoveries confirms a fertile, copper-bearing hydrothermal system [8]. Future Plans - The N Dunns target will advance to the drill stage, with further exploration planned to include infill and extensions to both soil and gravity grids [6]. - The CEO of Zonte Metals emphasized the project's IOCG potential and the importance of transitioning into the drill phase to unlock the value of this underexplored district [7].