Chakana Copper (TSXV:PERU) - Drill Results Confirm High-Grade Mineralization
05/13/24 • 10 min
Interview with David Kelley, President & CEO of Chakana Copper
Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/chakana-copper-tsx-v-peru-pivotal-3000m-drill-program-for-tier-one-potential-in-peru-5047
Recording date: 10th May 2024
Chakana Copper (TSX-V: PERU) is a Canadian mineral exploration company that is making significant strides in advancing its flagship Soledad project, located in the prolific Ancash mining district of Peru. The company's focus on high-grade copper, gold, and silver mineralization has positioned it as an attractive investment opportunity for those seeking exposure to the growing global demand for these metals.
Since 2017, Chakana Copper has been systematically exploring the Soledad project, which now encompasses a impressive 4,200 hectares of highly prospective land. The company's efforts have been rewarded with the discovery of numerous high-grade, outcropping tourmaline breccia pipes, which have consistently delivered strong copper, gold, and silver grades.
Recent drilling at the Estremadoyro breccia pipe has further highlighted the potential of the project, with intercepts of 1% copper, 0.6 g/t gold, and 26 g/t silver, equating to an impressive 1.65% copper equivalent grade. The presence of high-grade copper minerals such as bornite intergrown with chalcopyrite suggests the potential for even higher grades as exploration continues.
In addition to the high-grade breccias, Chakana Copper is also excited about the potential of its Mega Gold porphyry target. Porphyry deposits are known for their large size potential, and early indications from drilling at Mega Gold are encouraging. Visual observations of alteration and the presence of key minerals such as chalcopyrite and molybdenite suggest that the company may be onto a significant discovery.
Chakana Copper is currently in the midst of a 3,000-meter drill program, which is now being expanded based on the positive results received to date. This expansion is being supported by Gold Fields, a major shareholder in the company, which is a strong endorsement of the project's potential.
For investors, Chakana Copper offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure to a major new copper-gold-silver discovery in a well-established mining jurisdiction. The company's strong technical team, backed by supportive shareholders and a tight share structure, is well-positioned to unlock the value of the Soledad project as exploration continues.
With the global demand for copper, gold, and silver expected to remain strong in the coming years, driven by the growth of renewable energy, electric vehicles, and infrastructure development, Chakana Copper is poised to benefit from its strategic position in the market.
As the company continues to advance the Soledad project, investors can look forward to a steady stream of news flow, including drill results and resource updates, which have the potential to re-rate the stock as the true scale of the discovery becomes apparent.
In summary, Chakana Copper represents a compelling investment opportunity for those seeking exposure to the next major copper-gold-silver discovery in Peru. With a large, prospective land package, high-grade results, and a promising porphyry target, the company is well-positioned to deliver significant value to shareholders in the near term and beyond.
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Interview with David Kelley, President & CEO of Chakana Copper
Our previous interview: https://www.cruxinvestor.com/posts/chakana-copper-tsx-v-peru-pivotal-3000m-drill-program-for-tier-one-potential-in-peru-5047
Recording date: 10th May 2024
Chakana Copper (TSX-V: PERU) is a Canadian mineral exploration company that is making significant strides in advancing its flagship Soledad project, located in the prolific Ancash mining district of Peru. The company's focus on high-grade copper, gold, and silver mineralization has positioned it as an attractive investment opportunity for those seeking exposure to the growing global demand for these metals.
Since 2017, Chakana Copper has been systematically exploring the Soledad project, which now encompasses a impressive 4,200 hectares of highly prospective land. The company's efforts have been rewarded with the discovery of numerous high-grade, outcropping tourmaline breccia pipes, which have consistently delivered strong copper, gold, and silver grades.
Recent drilling at the Estremadoyro breccia pipe has further highlighted the potential of the project, with intercepts of 1% copper, 0.6 g/t gold, and 26 g/t silver, equating to an impressive 1.65% copper equivalent grade. The presence of high-grade copper minerals such as bornite intergrown with chalcopyrite suggests the potential for even higher grades as exploration continues.
In addition to the high-grade breccias, Chakana Copper is also excited about the potential of its Mega Gold porphyry target. Porphyry deposits are known for their large size potential, and early indications from drilling at Mega Gold are encouraging. Visual observations of alteration and the presence of key minerals such as chalcopyrite and molybdenite suggest that the company may be onto a significant discovery.
Chakana Copper is currently in the midst of a 3,000-meter drill program, which is now being expanded based on the positive results received to date. This expansion is being supported by Gold Fields, a major shareholder in the company, which is a strong endorsement of the project's potential.
For investors, Chakana Copper offers a unique opportunity to gain exposure to a major new copper-gold-silver discovery in a well-established mining jurisdiction. The company's strong technical team, backed by supportive shareholders and a tight share structure, is well-positioned to unlock the value of the Soledad project as exploration continues.
With the global demand for copper, gold, and silver expected to remain strong in the coming years, driven by the growth of renewable energy, electric vehicles, and infrastructure development, Chakana Copper is poised to benefit from its strategic position in the market.
As the company continues to advance the Soledad project, investors can look forward to a steady stream of news flow, including drill results and resource updates, which have the potential to re-rate the stock as the true scale of the discovery becomes apparent.
In summary, Chakana Copper represents a compelling investment opportunity for those seeking exposure to the next major copper-gold-silver discovery in Peru. With a large, prospective land package, high-grade results, and a promising porphyry target, the company is well-positioned to deliver significant value to shareholders in the near term and beyond.
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