1911 Gold Corporation's Metallurgical Success
Introduction
In a significant milestone for mining enthusiasts, 1911 Gold Corporation recently unveiled impressive metallurgical test results from its two key projects:
True North and
Ogama-Rockland. The results indicate a
remarkable average recovery of
93.7% gold from the True North project and an astounding
96.3% recovery from Ogama-Rockland. This article delves into the details of these results and what they mean for the future of the company.
True North Project Highlights
The metallurgical tests conducted at True North utilized a
130 kg sample with a measured head grade of
1.82 g/t Au. The tests showcased a series of key outcomes:
- - Average total gold recoveries ranging from 93.7%.
- - Gold recovery via gravity concentration reaching 51.0%.
- - Flotation concentrate reporting an additional average of 44.5% Au.
- - Leach recovery of gold from the reground flotation concentrate showcasing an average of 95.5%.
- - A leach residence time optimal between 24 to 48 hours, paired with low reagent consumption.
Furthermore, the
Ball Mill Work Index (BMWI) registered 14.1 kWh/t, indicating efficiency in processing.
Ogama-Rockland Insights
The preliminary results from the Ogama-Rockland project were equally promising. A composite sample with a head grade of
4.65 g/t Au was evaluated under conditions mimicking True North's mill operations. The findings included:
- - A total Au recovery of 96.3% based on a Gravity-Flotation-Regrind-Leach flowsheet.
- - Gravity concentration recovery peaking at 82.0%.
- - Leaching of reground flotation concentrate yielding a stellar 97.7% recovery.
The efficiency observed in these tests reinforces the notion that Ogama-Rockland’s material is conducive to high recoveries when processed through the True North mill.
The Commissioning Update
The progress of
True North's milling facilities has been noteworthy. Following the installation of new ball mill liners, lifters, and a revamped gear lube system, the company successfully executed a commissioning run of the primary ball mill in August 2026. This marks a vital step in preparing for test mining activities slated for later this year.
CEO Statements
In reflecting on these results,
Shaun Heinrichs, President and CEO of 1911 Gold Corporation, expressed pride in the outcomes:
"We are pleased to provide results from metallurgical test work for True North, confirming excellent gold recoveries. The findings highlight a significant amount of gold recovered through gravity methods with the remainder being efficiently leachable from flotation concentrates."
This statement captures the optimism regarding future operations and underscores the strategic importance of the test work.
Future Plans
Moving forward, 1911 Gold aims to broaden the scope of its metallurgical tests to explore the variances across different mineralized zones. A bulk sampling and test mining operation is on the horizon for True North, which will provide further insights into operational parameters and their impact on gold recovery. Additionally, Ogama-Rockland will undergo further tests to refine its environmental and mineralogical characteristics in preparation for future mining efforts.
Conclusion
With such high recovery rates and efficient processing highlighted in the recent metallurgical tests, 1911 Gold Corporation is positioned favorably in the mining landscape. The ongoing efforts to advance the True North and Ogama-Rockland projects showcase 1911 Gold’s potential for significant exploration success and the readiness to implement a robust operational strategy in the not-so-distant future.