Highlights
- Patronus Resources advances towards a resource upgrade at Mertondale Gold Project.
- Recent drilling reveals high-grade gold intersections and broad mineralized zones.
- Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE) update expected by late Q4.
Patronus Resources Ltd (ASX:PTN) is making significant progress toward an updated resource estimate at its Mertondale Gold Project in Western Australia. Recent reverse circulation (RC) drilling has yielded promising results, including a high-grade intersection of 3 meters at 11.75 grams per tonne (g/t) of gold. These findings indicate strong potential for further growth at the project.
The drilling program also uncovered broader mineralized zones, such as 36 meters at 1.49 g/t gold from 113 meters and 25 meters at 1.77 g/t from 78 meters, with some intersections located outside the current resource boundary. These results will play a crucial role in shaping the new Mineral Resource Estimate (MRE), which Patronus plans to complete by the end of the fourth quarter.
Patronus CEO John Ingram highlighted the significance of the latest drilling outcomes, noting that the results have exceeded expectations. The discovery of thick gold zones, particularly outside the existing 457,000-ounce resource, underscores the project’s potential. Ingram emphasized the shallow depth and impressive grades of the mineralization, reaffirming Mertondale's value as a key asset for the company.
As Patronus works towards updating the MRE, it is also focusing on advancing a scoping study for the project. The company is optimistic about continuing to unlock the full potential of Mertondale and is committed to delivering positive developments in the coming months.
Patronus Resources’ latest drilling results highlight the growth opportunities at the Mertondale Gold Project, positioning the company for an upgraded resource estimate and further project advancements in the near future.