Torr Metals Inc. has reported the discovery of high-grade copper mineralization and a major untested porphyry target at its Kolos Copper-Gold Project in British Columbia. The findings, based on an induced polarization survey and rock grab sampling at the Bertha Zone, revealed copper concentrations reaching 16.9% and silver at 8.48 g/t along a 30-meter strike. This mineralization extends over 450 meters between the Bertha and Bertha South showings, areas that have not been previously drilled.
The high-grade copper is situated on the edge of a newly identified IP chargeability anomaly, measuring over 900 meters by 500 meters, which remains open in multiple directions. All six grab samples collected exceeded 1% copper, with four surpassing 3%. The mineralization occurs within the Nicola Group volcanic unit, suggesting the presence of a broad supergene-style blanket near a porphyry core, a geological setting often indicative of large-scale copper deposits.
Additionally, Torr Metals has outlined a prime untested porphyry target southeast of the Bertha pit. This target is characterized by overlapping chargeability and resistivity anomalies, coinciding with a significant hydrothermal alteration footprint. Such features are commonly associated with porphyry copper deposits, which are among the most valuable sources of copper globally. For more information on the press release, visit https://ibn.fm/CYOLo.
The Kolos Copper-Gold Project covers 332 square kilometers and is strategically located in southern British Columbia's Quesnel Terrane, just 30 kilometers southeast of the Highland Valley Copper Mine, Canada's largest open-pit copper operation. This proximity to established mining infrastructure enhances the project's potential for cost-effective exploration and development.
This discovery underscores the untapped mineral potential of the Kolos Project and aligns with the increasing demand for copper, a critical metal in the global transition to renewable energy and electrification. The identification of a major untested porphyry target further elevates the project's significance, offering a promising avenue for future exploration and potential resource expansion in a region known for its mining activity.
