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GSP Hyperspectral Analysis Demonstrates Potential New Porphyry Sources of Mineralization Across the Combined Alwin-Mer Properties
Thenewswire· 2025-12-16 12:00
Core Insights - GSP Resource Corp. has received hyperspectral analysis results indicating potential porphyry copper mineralization at the Alwin Mine and Mer properties, with further geochemical results pending [1][2]. Hyperspectral Study Details - The hyperspectral data from the Alwin Mine shows phengitic muscovite, suggesting a peripheral porphyry environment, while the Mer property indicates a higher temperature proximal porphyry environment with paragonitic muscovite [2][6]. - Chlorite compositions at Alwin-Mer reveal a pattern where magnesium-rich chlorite suggests a porphyry margin, contrasting with magnesium-iron chlorite indicating proximity to the core of a porphyry system [2][6]. Geological Interpretations - The presence of pale green phengitic muscovite and quartz-sulphide veins at Alwin reflects decreasing temperature and more neutral pH conditions towards the margins of the hydrothermal system [3]. - Similarities in muscovite compositions between Alwin and the Valley deposit suggest that Alwin may represent the upper parts of a deeper porphyry system [4][6]. - The higher temperature signatures at Mer, despite its distance from Valley, support the potential for an undiscovered porphyry system at Alwin-Mer [5][6]. Company Overview - GSP Resource Corp. is focused on mineral exploration and development in Southwestern British Columbia, owning 100% interest in the Alwin Mine and Mer properties [12].