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OUTCROP SILVER MAKES A DISCOVERY AT LA YE VEIN IN SANTA ANA

VANCOUVER, BC , Oct. 8, 2024 /CNW/ - Outcrop Silver & Gold Corporation(TSXV: OCG) (OTCQX: OCGSF) (DE: MRG) ("Outcrop Silver") is pleased to announce the results from the first hole at La Ye vein target as the company continues the execution of its 2024 drill campaign at its 100% owned Santa Ana primary silver project. The drilling program continues testing new targets along the 17 kilometres long permitted corridor. Outcrop Silver is currently drilling with two rigs, one at the Jimenez vein system and the other at La Ye vein. The drill plan remains on track, with drilling expected to commence at the promising Los Mangos target before the end of 2024.

Drilling Highlights

  • DH402 intercepted 0.60 metres, returning 1,136 grams per tonne silver equivalent at the La Ye vein (Table 1).

  • Drilling at the La Ye vein system confirms the occurrence of high-grade silver at depth on parallel vein systems, showing the untapped potential to increase the mineral resources in Santa Ana (Figure 2).

"Our 2024 exploration program was designed with clear focus on systematically testing the numerous high-grade silver targets along the trend, and La Ye is now a third confirmation of significant mineralization this year. This result provides us with increased confidence that we are executing on our plan and progressing towards the upcoming resource expansion," comments Guillermo Hernandez, Vice President of Exploration. "The potential at Santa Ana continues to grow as we step onto parallel vein systems. We are moving into exciting times as we explore new areas and confirm our strategy. The result from the first hole at La Ye vein encourages us to track down potential mineralized shoots along the two kilometers separating La Ye and Morena veins."

La Ye is a high-grade silver-gold vein system characterized by its parallel alignment with the Aguilar vein system (Figure 1). The vein has a strike length of more than 500 meters and trends at 225° and dips at 55° to the northwest. The mineralization at La Ye is hosted in weakly altered green schists and is associated with drusy quartz containing sulfides, including argentite (silver sulfide). The vein has shown exceptional high-grade assay results, with some of the best including sample 16187 with 4,898 g/t AgEq (11.39 g/t Au and 4,043 g/t Ag), sample 15604 with 1,454 g/t AgE (13.21 g/t Au and 462 g/t Ag), and sample 15605 with 2,553 g/t AgEq (5.48 g/t Au and 2,141 g/t Ag), (Table 2).

The exploration strategy for the La Ye includes targeted drilling to confirm mineralization at depth and explore the continuity of the vein along strike. The La Ye target is a high priority zone for potential resource expansion in the Santa Ana project.

Target

Hole ID

From
(m)

To
(m)

Interval
(m)

Au g/t

Ag g/t

AgEq g/t

Vein

La Ye

DH402

41.45

41.75

0.30

10.88

427

1,243

Vein

DH402

81.40

82.00

0.60

6.72

632

1,136

Vein

Including

81.40

81.70

0.30

13.14

1,256

2,243

Target

Trench

From
(m)

To
(m)

Width
(m)

Au g/t

Ag g/t

AgEq g/t

Vein

La Ye

TR-142A

0.18

0.57

0.39

2.46

287

471

Vein

TR-142-C

4.77

5.10

0.33

2.39

220

399

Vein

Table 1. Drill hole and Trench assay results reported in this release. The current knowledge of the La Ye vein does not allow for estimating the true width of the vein intercept.

The 2024 Exploration Program at Santa Ana is focused on demonstrating a clear pathway to expand the known resource area along the extensive 17-kilometre strike of drill-permitted targets (Figure 2) within the 30-kilometre mineralized trend. Through large step-outs and testing new drill targets such as La Ye and Morena, the program aims to define high-priority drill-ready targets and significantly increase the project's resource potential.

Figure 2. General Exploration Strategy including the Exploration Pipeline and Mineral Resource veins. Highlighting confirmed targets: Aguilar, Jimenez and La Ye. 

Sample

Prospect

Sample Type

Width (m)

Lithology

Au g/t

Ag g/t

AgEq g/t

Release Date

16009

Morena

Chip

0.25

QuartzVein

5.88

795

1,237

September 04, 2024

16556

Morena

Chip


QuartzVein

2.16

652

814

September 04, 2024

16010

Morena

Chip

0.20

QuartzVein

2.03

390

542

September 04, 2024

16629

Morena

Chip


QuartzVein

1.64

149

272

September 04, 2024

15936

Morena

Channel

0.90

QuartzVein

0.89

139

205

September 04, 2024

16187

La Ye

Chip


QuartzVein

11.39

4,043

4,898

August 23, 2022

15605

La Ye

Channel

0.40

ShearZone

5.48

2,141

2,553

August 23, 2022

15488

La Ye

Chip


QuartzVein

2.95

1,796

2,017

August 23, 2022

15489

La Ye

Chip


QuartzVein

7.46

1,332

1,892

August 23, 2022

15604

La Ye

Chip


QuartzVein

13.21

462

1,454

August 23, 2022

16182

La Ye

Chip


QuartzVein

5.55

1,013

1,430

August 23, 2022

15606

La Ye

Chip


QuartzVein

5.68

954

1,381

August 23, 2022

16184

La Ye

Chip


QuartzVein

3.25

828

1,073

August 23, 2022

15611

La Ye

Chip


QuartzVein

7.11

458

992

August 23, 2022

15553

La Ye

Chip

0.10

QuartzVein

1.19

624

714

August 23, 2022

16609

La Ye

Channel

0.30

QuartzVein

1.23

523

615

September 04, 2024

16607

La Ye

Channel

0.30

GreenSchist

2.04

444

598

September 04, 2024

15557

La Ye

Chip

0.30

QuartzVein

0.49

542

579

August 23, 2022

16186

La Ye

Chip


QuartzVein

1.92

277

421

August 23, 2022

16180

La Ye

Channel

0.15

QuartzVein

2.10

246

404

August 23, 2022

16613

La Ye

Chip


QuartzVein

1.85

217

356

September 04, 2024

14672

La Ye

Chip

0.25

QuartzVein

2.29

172

344

September 04, 2024

Table 2. Sample assay results from targets referred to in Figure 1 of this release. For details on regional results, please refer to News Releases dated  August 23, 2022 , and September 04, 2024 .

Collar ID

Type

Easting

Northing

Elevation

Hole Depth

Azimuth

Dip

SALY24DH402

Drill hole

503816.948

560141.571

1038.146

119.78

135

-55

TR142-A

Trench

504195.780

560616.140

969.060

19.40

290

0

TR142-B

Trench

504172.170

560622.090

988.000

14.30

294

0

TR142-C

Trench

504136.450

560617.670

992.870

13.88

300

0

Table 3. Collar and survey table for drill holes and trenches reported in this release. All coordinates are UTM system, Zone 18N and WGS84 projection.

Sample

Northing

Easting

Elevation


Sample

Northing

Easting

Elevation

16009

504702.000

561322.000

789.54


15606

503931.000

560137.000

1006.49

16556

504708.170

561322.030

790.26


16184

504172.000

560416.000

1004.64

16010

504754.000

561355.400

824.29


15611

503885.000

560352.000

1023.17

16629

504743.020

561308.930

791.68


15553

504488.800

560558.700

906.41

15936

504965.710

561506.720

935.20


16609

504258.270

560509.880

962.39

16187

504310.000

560655.000

886.31


16607

504257.940

560509.300

962.36

15605

503960.000

560153.000

1004.98


15557

504507.000

560589.000

889.03

15488

504274.000

560579.000

929.12


16186

504260.000

560705.000

912.79

15489

504353.000

560743.000

865.01


16180

504299.000

560503.000

968.23

15604

504063.000

560203.000

991.13


16613

503826.000

560356.000

1017.33

16182

504271.000

560431.000

998.81


14672

503651.500

559868.060

1058.52

Table 4. Sample coordinates referred to in this release from Table 2.

Silver equivalent

Metal prices used for equivalent calculations were US$1,800/oz for gold, and US$25/oz for silver. The equivalency formula as follows:

Metallurgical recoveries based on Outcrop Silver's Metallurgical test work are 97% for gold and 93% for silver (see NR from August 23, 2023).

QA/QC

For exploration core drilling, Outcrop Silver applied its standard protocols for sampling and assay. HQ-NTW core is sawn with one-half shipped. Core samples were sent to either ALS, Actlabs or SGS in Medellin, Colombia, for preparation. Samples delivered to Actlabs were AA assayed on Au, Ag, Pb, and Zn at Medellin using 1A2Au, 1A3Au, Multi-elements AR (Ag Cu Pb Zn), and Code 8 methods. Then, samples were sent to Actlabs Mexico for ICP-multi-elemental analysis with code 1E3. After preparation, the samples sent to ALS Colombia were shipped to ALS Lima for assaying using Au-ICP21, Au-GRA21, ME-MS41, Ag-GRA21, Ag-AA46, Pb-AA46, and Zn-AA46 methods. In line with QA/QC best practices, blanks, duplicates, and certified reference materials are inserted at approximately three control samples every twenty samples into the sample stream, monitoring laboratory performance. A comparison of control samples and their standard deviations indicates acceptable accuracy of the assays and no detectible contamination. No material QA/QC issues have been identified with respect to sample collection, security and assaying. The samples are analyzed for gold and silver using a standard fire assay on a 30-gram sample with a gravimetric finish for over-limits. Multi-element geochemistry was determined by ICP-MS using either aqua regia or four acid digestions. Crush rejects, pulps, and the remaining core are stored in a secured facility at Santa Ana for future assay verification.

Qualified Person

Edwin Naranjo Sierra is the designated Qualified Person within the meaning of the National Instrument 43-101 and has reviewed and verified the technical information in this news release. Mr. Naranjo holds a MSc. in Earth Sciences, and is a Fellow of the Australasian Institute of Mining and Metallurgy (FAusIMM) and the Society of Economic Geologists.

ATM Program

Further to an at-the-market offering of common shares made pursuant to a prospectus supplement dated September 6, 2023, Outcrop Silver issued 5,108,500 common shares and raised gross proceeds of $1,149,716 pursuant to such offering from July 1 to September 30, 2024.  Fees of 2.5% of the gross proceeds of the at-the-market offering were paid to Research Capital Corporation, being $28,743.

About Santa Ana

The 100% owned Santa Ana project covers 27,000 hectares within the Mariquita District, through titles and applications, known as the largest and highest-grade primary silver district in Colombia with mining records dating back to 1585.

Santa Ana's maiden resource estimate, detailed in the NI 43-101 Technical Report titled "Santa Ana Property Mineral Resource Estimate," dated June 8, 2023, prepared by AMC Mining Consultants, indicates an estimated indicated resource of 24.2 million ounces silver equivalent at a grade of 614 grams per tonne and an inferred resource of 13.5 million ounces at a grade of 435 grams per tonne. The identified resources span seven major vein systems that include multiple parallel veins and ore shoots: Santa Ana (San Antonio, Roberto Tovar, San Juan shoots); La Porfia (La Ivana); El Dorado (El Dorado, La Abeja shoots); Paraiso (Megapozo); Las Maras; Los Naranjos, and La Isabela.

The 2024 drilling campaign aims to extend known mineralization and test new high-potential areas along the permitted section of the project's extensive 30 kilometres of strike mineralized trend. This year's exploration strategy aims to demonstrate a clear pathway to substantially expand. These efforts underscore the scalability of Santa Ana and its potential for substantial resource growth, positioning the project to develop into a high-grade, economically viable, and environmentally responsible silver mine.

About Outcrop Silver

Outcrop Silver is a leading explorer and developer focused on advancing its flagship Santa Ana high-grade silver project in Colombia. Leveraging a disciplined and seasoned team of professionals with decades of experience in the region. Outcrop Silver is dedicated to expanding current mineral resources through strategic exploration initiatives.

At the core of our operations is a commitment to responsible mining practices and community engagement, underscoring our approach to sustainable development. Our expertise in navigating complex geological and market conditions enables us to consistently identify and capitalize on opportunities to enhance shareholder value. With a deep understanding of the Colombian mining landscape and a track record of successful exploration, Outcrop Silver is poised to transform the Santa Ana project into a significant silver producer, contributing positively to the local economy and setting new standards in the mining industry.

ON BEHALF OF THE BOARD OF DIRECTORS

Ian Harris
Chief Executive Officer
+1 604 638 2545
harris@outcropsilver.com
www.outcropsilver.com

Kathy Li
Vice President of Investor Relations
+1 778 783 2818
li@outcropsilver.com

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