Workflow
Porphyry System
icon
Search documents
Kobrea Discovers Large Hydrothermal Breccia Body in Cuprum Trend - Western Malargüe Mining District - Mendoza Province, Argentina
TMX Newsfile· 2026-02-03 13:00
Vancouver, British Columbia--(Newsfile Corp. - February 3, 2026) - Kobrea Exploration Corp. (CSE: KBX) (FSE: F3I) (OTCQB: KBXFF) ("Kobrea" or the "Company") is pleased to announce that it has discovered a 1,250 metre by 500 metre hydrothermal breccia body in the Cuprum trend within the Company's Western Malargüe Copper Projects (the "Property"). Kobrea holds the right to earn a 100% interest in 7 projects totaling 733 km2 in southwestern Mendoza Province, Argentina (see the Company's August 19, 2024 news r ...
Sun Summit Reports Significant High-Grade Copper, Gold and Silver Mineralization at the Theory Project, Toodoggone Mining District, B.C.
TMX Newsfile· 2026-01-21 12:00
Core Insights - Sun Summit Minerals Corp. has reported final analytical and petrographic results from the 2025 field program at its Theory Project, indicating significant high-grade copper-gold potential, particularly in the newly defined Saboteur Zone [1][4][24] Project Overview - The Theory Project is located in the Toodoggone Mining District of British Columbia, covering an area of 9,676 hectares and is known for both epithermal gold and porphyry copper-gold deposits [39][40] - The project is strategically positioned near other significant mining projects, enhancing its exploration potential [45] Exploration Highlights - The 2025 exploration program aimed to identify new areas of interest and refine drill targets through historical data integration and new geophysical and geochemical surveys [7][24] - A total of 258 rock grab samples, 417 soil samples, and 40 silt samples were collected, with notable high-grade results including: - Grab sample LSTHR040: 4.78% copper, 0.635 g/t gold, 49 g/t silver - Grab sample BLTHR051: 6.42% copper, 0.088 g/t gold, 99 g/t silver - Grab sample JBTHR008: 0.65% copper, 12.6 g/t gold, 3150 g/t silver [4][6][18][21] Saboteur Zone Discovery - The newly discovered Saboteur Zone is characterized by a 3 km long NE trending magnetic high with consistent copper mineralization, including significant samples such as: - LSTHR040: 4.78% copper, 0.635 g/t gold, 49 g/t silver - JBTHR059: 4.0% copper, 0.596 g/t gold, 61 g/t silver [18][19] BEV Zone Insights - The BEV zone has shown a multi-element copper-dominant geochemical anomaly approximately 1 km x 700 meters, with the best grab sample returning 1.44% copper, 0.043 g/t gold, and 12.8 g/t silver [20] Fred-DM-DMR Zone Findings - The Fred-DM-DMR zone has returned the highest values from the 2025 program, with significant samples including: - BLTHR051: 6.42% copper, 0.088 g/t gold, 99 g/t silver - JBTHR008: 0.65% copper, 12.6 g/t gold, 3150 g/t silver [21] Future Plans - The company is planning a significant exploration program for 2026, focusing on the BEV to Saboteur trend of strong copper mineralization [24]
Erdene Intersects 30 Metres of 1.25% Copper in Khuvyn Khar Porphyry System
Globenewswire· 2026-01-14 12:30
Khundii Minerals District Focused on the Under-Explored Trans Altai Terrane in Southwestern Mongolia Khundii Minerals District - Multiple High-Quality Deposits and Prospects Four Gold Discoveries, Molybdenum-Copper Deposit and +20 High Priority Targets Khuvyn Khar Porphyry System: 20km2 Circular Copper Anomaly Multi-Phase Metal Complex: Molybdenum-Copper and Copper-Silver Khuvyn Khar Copper Porphyry System Section 1 (Looking NE) Highlights: Intersected 65 metres averaging 0.63% copper (“Cu”) ...
Doubleview Gold Corp Extends Mineralization East of 2024 Conceptual Pit and Identifies Deeper Porphyry Indicators at Hat Project by Drilling 992m of 0.29% CuEq in Hole H101
TMX Newsfile· 2025-12-16 12:15
Core Insights - Doubleview Gold Corp. has reported positive assay results from drill holes H100 and H101 at its 100%-owned Hat Polymetallic Deposit, indicating significant mineralization extensions beyond the 2024 conceptual pit shell [1][2]. Drill Results - Drill hole H100 confirmed that mineralization extends eastward beyond the 2024 conceptual pit boundary, with 497.0 meters of mineralization averaging 0.27% CuEq, indicating continuity into previously under-tested areas [4][8]. - Drill hole H101 showed a continuous mineralization of 992.4 meters, with a higher gold-to-copper ratio compared to the broader average of the Hat deposit, suggesting variations in metal distribution [6][8]. Mineralization Characteristics - Elevated cobalt values in H100 at depth may indicate proximity to deeper parts of the porphyry system, which is consistent with observed metal associations at the Hat deposit [4][16]. - The results from both drill holes contribute to an expanded mineralization envelope at the Hat Deposit, supporting the interpretation of a large, vertically extended porphyry system [15][18]. Future Exploration - The deepest portions of the Hat porphyry system remain untested, and the company considers these areas a priority for future exploration programs [16][18]. - The identification of cobalt-enriched intervals and the gold-rich character of H101 provide geological vectors that may assist in defining future drill targets [16]. Company Overview - Doubleview Gold Corp. is focused on identifying, acquiring, and financing precious and base metal exploration projects across North America, with a strong emphasis on British Columbia [29]. - The Hat Deposit is recognized as a significant source of critical minerals, including copper, gold, cobalt, and potential scandium [31].
Goldstorm Metals Geophysical Surveys Define New Exploration Drill Targets on the 100% Owned Crown Property, Located in the Golden Triangle of British Columbia
TMX Newsfile· 2025-12-15 10:00
Core Insights - Goldstorm Metals Corp. has released an updated analysis of the 2025 Geophysical Programs, which includes Induced Polarization (IP) and Magnetotelluric (MT) surveys, along with geochemical surveys at its 100%-owned Crown Property [1][2] Geophysical Program Results - The 2025 IP and MT programs have enhanced the understanding of the structural framework at the Crown Project, which is crucial for interpreting mineral potential defined by surface mineralization along the Orion Spine [2] - Geophysical results indicate a large intrusive body at depth, potentially the source of surface mineralized veins, reinforcing the exploration model and geological connections with nearby porphyry systems [3] - The combined survey results suggest a mineral belt extending 20 kilometers, hosting over 100 million ounces of gold, 20 billion pounds of copper, and over 400 million ounces of silver [3] Exploration Plans - The Orion Spine area is now drill-ready, with plans for a minimum of 2,400 to 3,000 meters of core drilling in at least six drill holes for Phase 1, and an additional 5,000-6,000 meters for Phase 2 contingent on Phase 1 success [4] - A new gold zone, Delta West, has been discovered ten kilometers south of Brucejack Mines' Valley of the Kings Deposit, consisting of gold-bearing quartz-pyrite veins [5] Anomalies and Targets - The IP and MT programs identified multiple large-scale, high-chargeability and low-resistivity anomalies coinciding with previously identified mineralization zones along the Orion Spine [7] - Seven conductive zones have been prioritized, with four classified as first-priority and three as second-priority, alongside 26 chargeability anomalies [7] Company Background - Goldstorm Metals Corp. is focused on precious and base metals exploration, with significant land holdings in the Golden Triangle of British Columbia, which is known for high-grade gold deposits [12]
AbraSilver Intercepts 274 Metres Grading 0.60 g/t Gold from 251 Metres Depth at Oculto East, Highlighting Potential for an Underlying Porphyry System
Newsfile· 2025-12-10 12:30
Core Insights - AbraSilver Resource Corp. announced significant assay results from its Diablillos project in Argentina, highlighting a 274-meter interval grading 0.60 g/t gold, including a high-grade section of 23 meters at 2.83 g/t gold, indicating strong potential for an underlying porphyry system [1][2][4] Exploration Results - The drill hole DDH 25-085 at Oculto East confirmed a broad mineralized corridor, with the high-grade interval reinforcing the continuity of gold mineralization in the area [5][9] - Additional drill holes, DDH 25-083 and DDH 25-082, also reported gold mineralization, with 26 meters at 0.74 g/t gold and 12 meters at 0.44 g/t gold, respectively [5][6] Geological Implications - The results from DDH 25-085 suggest a vertically extensive mineralization system, characteristic of fertile porphyry environments, with significant copper and molybdenum values indicating a potential porphyry center [4][5] - The geological features observed, such as silicification and advanced argillic-silicic alteration, are consistent with the upper levels of well-developed porphyry systems [5][12] Future Plans - The Phase V drill program is on track for completion by year-end, with plans for a Phase VI drill program in January 2026, focusing on resource expansion and deeper porphyry-related targets [16] - An updated Mineral Resource estimate is scheduled for H1 2026, which will inform an updated Mineral Reserve and mine plan [16] Company Overview - AbraSilver is focused on advancing its 100%-owned Diablillos silver-gold project, which has shown strong growth potential based on recent exploration drilling [25] - The current Measured and Indicated Mineral Resource estimate for Diablillos consists of 73.1 million tonnes grading 79 g/t silver and 0.66 g/t gold, with significant upside potential [25]
Viscount Strengthens Gold-Copper Porphyry Model at Passiflora as Multiple Exploration Datasets Align
Newsfile· 2025-12-09 12:45
Core Insights - Viscount Mining Corp. has reported significant advancements in its exploration program at the Passiflora copper-gold porphyry, indicating a large, district-scale porphyry system beneath the Passiflora corridor [2][3][4] Exploration Results - The integration of new MMI soil geochemistry with various datasets, including airborne imagery and Quantec MT geophysics, has strengthened the interpretation of the porphyry system [2][4][7] - A well-defined copper-in-soil trend has been outlined, remaining open to the west and north, which aligns with high conductivity features indicative of a deep intrusive center [4][5] - Elevated gold-in-soil values have been found overlapping with the copper trend, suggesting the presence of mineralized porphyry centers [5][19] Upcoming Drilling Plans - A drill plan has been established targeting both shallow USGS-mapped breccia pipes and deeper porphyry centers, with drilling expected to commence in early 2026 [8][20] - The next deep drill hole will test the strongest portion of the Quantec MT anomaly, which extends approximately 1500 meters deep [9][13] Historical Context - Historical mine records from 1908-1968 indicate a polymetallic enrichment in the region, with past shipments showing grades of approximately 10-15% lead and 5-15 oz/ton silver [14] - Recent drilling by Viscount has intersected 843.9 meters of continuous copper-gold mineralization, suggesting proximity to a larger intrusive system [28]
14 G/T Au Within 47m of Gold-Bearing Skarn from 26m Depth in 300m Step-Out at Birch Cu-Au Project
Globenewswire· 2025-12-08 12:00
Core Insights - Yukon Metals Corp. has announced positive results from the final two drill holes of its 2025 program at the Birch Copper-Gold Project, indicating an expansion of the mineralized footprint and a significant gold component in the system [1][3]. Drill Results - The 2025 drill program at Birch included 1,685 meters of HQ diamond drill core across six holes [4]. - Hole BR25-003 intersected a 47.4-meter interval of gold-bearing stratigraphy with an average grade of 0.43 g/t Au, including a high-grade section of 14.35 g/t Au over 1 meter [6][12]. - A second gold-bearing skarn horizon was found in BR25-003, returning 33.3 meters of 0.19 g/t Au from 278.7 meters depth [6][10]. - Hole BR25-006 encountered several narrow copper-gold-silver-bearing skarn intervals, including 0.6 meters of 1.22% Cu and 40.1 g/t Ag [15][18]. Geological Insights - The mineralization at Birch is characterized by stacked gold-bearing skarn horizons, suggesting a complex geological environment typical of porphyry-related systems [11][23]. - The company is investigating a large molybdenum soil geochemistry anomaly 2 kilometers south of the drill holes, which may indicate a potential porphyry system [9][23]. Future Plans - The next phase of work will focus on step-out drilling to the south, where multiple datasets suggest the potential for an intrusive center at depth [24]. - Additional infill drilling within the skarn zone is planned to enhance continuity between the 2025 holes and refine the geometry of the mineralized horizons [25][28]. - Systematic exploration of additional skarn and epithermal targets will be initiated based on updated geological, geochemical, and geophysical interpretations [28].
Mirasol Advances Large Untested Target Towards Drilling at the Flagship Sobek Copper-Gold Project in the Vicuña District, Chile
Globenewswire· 2025-09-16 10:59
Core Insights - Mirasol Resources Ltd. has identified the 46 South target as a high-priority drill target within its 100%-owned Sobek Copper-Gold-Silver Project in Chile, supported by geochemical soil surveys and IP ground geophysics [1][3][12] Group 1: Project Overview - The Sobek Project is located in the Vicuña District of Chile, near significant deposits such as Filo del Sol and Lunahuasi, with the 46 South target situated at the southern end of a 3-km N-S trending corridor [2][14] - The 46 South target is characterized by a large copper-gold-molybdenum geochemical anomaly measuring approximately 1.0 × 0.7 km, with maximum soil values of 275 ppm copper, 37 ppm molybdenum, and 88 ppb gold [6][9] Group 2: Geophysical and Geological Data - Airborne surveys have completed 2,700 line kilometers of magnetics and over 500 line kilometers of MT, revealing a district-scale magnetic high and an MT anomaly at depth beneath the 46 South target [4][5] - The geophysical data indicates a strong cylindrical magnetic susceptibility anomaly and a sharp resistivity contrast starting at elevations of approximately 4,600–4,500 masl, suggesting the presence of a porphyry system [7][10] Group 3: Exploration Strategy - An innovative Deep Vector IP and MT geophysical survey will be deployed to refine the geometry of the targets ahead of the anticipated drill program launch in early November [11][12] - The integration of various geophysical and geochemical datasets establishes 46 South as a compelling undrilled target, with plans for the first drill hole to test the overlapping soil anomaly and underlying mineralized systems [12][14]
Large Scale Epithermal System and Porphyry Potential Highlighted by MobileMT Survey at Great Pacific Gold's Wild Dog Project
Newsfile· 2025-08-18 11:30
Core Insights - Great Pacific Gold Corp. has reported significant findings from its Wild Dog Project in Papua New Guinea, highlighting both an extensive epithermal system and the potential for a major porphyry system nearby [1][3][5]. Group 1: Project Overview - The Wild Dog Project is located on New Britain Island, Papua New Guinea, and features a large-scale epithermal target with a strike length of over 15 kilometers and a depth extension exceeding 1,000 meters [1][5][32]. - A diamond drill program is currently in progress, targeting high-priority areas within a 1.5 km strike length of the epithermal vein structural corridor [2][5]. Group 2: Drilling Results - Drilling results from the Phase 1 program have shown high-grade mineralization, with hole WDG-02 intercepting 7.0 meters at 11.2 g/t AuEq, which includes 5.5 g/t Au, 68.8 g/t Ag, and 3.1% Cu [2][5][32]. - The current drilling program is only testing about 10% of the overall structure, indicating significant potential for further discoveries [5]. Group 3: Geophysical Survey Insights - The MobileMT geophysical survey has revealed the scale of the epithermal system and indicated the presence of a substantial porphyry system adjacent to the epithermal vein structure, similar to the Wafi-Golpu project [3][11]. - The processed MobileMT data has identified a large resistivity and magnetic anomaly at the Magiabe target, interpreted as a potassic-altered intrusive body measuring approximately 1,000 meters in diameter and extending to over 2,000 meters in depth [11][20]. Group 4: Future Exploration Plans - The Magiabe target is expected to be a priority for exploration, with plans to advance it towards drill-readiness by 2026, including detailed mapping and additional geochemical sampling [19][20]. - Great Pacific Gold anticipates initiating the first drill testing of the Magiabe porphyry system by 2026, leveraging its strong geophysical and geochemical signatures [20][32].