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RNS Number : 3288H  Fulcrum Metals PLC  27 July 2023

Fulcrum Metals plc / EPIC: FMET / Market: AIM / Sector: Mining

 

27 July 2023

 

 

Fulcrum Metals plc

("Fulcrum" or the "Company" or the "Group")

 

Results of Big Bear Extension and Tocheri Lake Airborne Geophysical Surveys

 

Fulcrum Metals plc (LON: FMET), a company focused on mineral exploration and
development in Canada, is pleased to provide an update on the results of the
recent airborne geophysical surveys at Big Bear, part of the Groups
Schreiber-Hemlo project and Tocheri Lake properties, Ontario, Canada.

 

 

Highlights

 

Big Bear Property

·    Integration of Fulcrum's newly acquired airborne data with previous
magnetic and Electromagnetic ("EM") data over the full Big Bear claim block
has significantly enhanced the prospectivity of the property.

·    The recent survey identified 250 new geophysical anomalies, of which
54 are designated for priority investigation.

·    The addition of the new survey data to the historical survey data
completed by Panther Metals plc in 2020, and taking into account any areas of
overlap, the total number of geophysical anomalies have increased by 188 from
253 to 441 and those designated as priority for investigation increased by 33
from 39 to 72  (Figure 1).

·    The infill magnetic mapping, particularly in the area of Schreiber
Pyramid gold target, shows a number of magnetic structures that correlate with
gold mineralisation in bedrock and soils. These structures could link the gold
occurrences and require further field checking (Figure 2).

·    Numerous conductive EM anomalies were identified (Figures 3-5), both
localised and more linear features that appear to be linked to banded iron
formations ("BIF") which could represent gold targets.

·    The results of the airborne survey will be merged with data from the
recent mapping and sampling programme reported as soon as assay results are
received and assessed (see RNS dated 22 June 2023).

Tocheri Lake Property

·    The survey was particularly aimed at potential Ni-Cu-PGE
mineralisation similar to recently discovered mineralisation on the Palladium
One property immediately to the west (Tyko etc.) related to a series of
mafic/ultramafic feeder dykes.

·    A number of distinct magnetic lineaments were identified striking
discordant to the main linear trend, which may be indicative of structures of
interest for exploration, possibly analogous to features seen on the Palladium
One Mining inc claim block (Figure 6).

·    These distinct magnetic features represent legitimate targets for
ground investigation.

·    Checking of coincident magnetic/weak EM anomalies in the NE of the
survey area is also warranted, as they might be indicative of more deeply
buried massive sulphide bodies Figure 7).

 

Ryan Mee, Chief Executive Office of Fulcrum Metals plc, commented:

"The results of the geophysical surveys are very encouraging and provide us
with a clearer understanding of the Big Bear property. The survey has greatly
increased the prospectivity of the Big Bear property not only increasing the
number of priority geophysical targets by 85% to 72, but also identifying
several new structures and target areas for investigation. Of immediate
interest is the infill mapping in the Schreiber Pyramid area which shows
several magnetic structures correlating with gold in rock and soils adding to
our confidence as a drill target area. We are waiting for the results of
 our recently completed sampling and mapping groundworks in this area, which
will be integrated with the new survey data and provide us with greater
visibility over the area.

Results from the Tocheri Lake project, which comprises of a large,
underexplored area are important and allows us to be more targeted as the
Company prepares to commence groundwork later this year.

Fulcrum continues to make good progress at the Big Bear property where it
prepares to start a drilling program later this year and to take the first
steps at its Tocheri Lake project in what appears to be an emerging
Nickel-Copper district."

 

 

Geophysical Survey Details

Heliborne surveys were flown in early May 2023 over the Company's Big Bear
(Big Bear Extension) and Tocheri Lake properties in the Schreiber-Hemlo
Greenstone Belt by Prospectair Geosurveys using magnetic and time-domain
electromagnetic ('EM') methods.

 

Big Bear Extension

 

Survey Parameters

This survey was designed as an extension of a previous survey performed in
2020 covering new claim areas that were recently added to the Big Bear block
and using the same survey parameters. This new survey is therefore referred to
as Big Bear Extension. Four survey blocks, referred to as East, South, West
and Syenite Lake, were flown for a total of 448 line km. The blocks were flown
with traverse lines at 100m spacing at a nominal survey height of 85m.

 

Once the new data were processed, they were merged with the previous survey
data to produce unified plots of the entire Fulcrum Big Bear property.

 

Magnetic Results

Throughout the blocks, it is possible to detect structural features offsetting
observed magnetic lineaments and causing abrupt interruption or changes of the
magnetic response, typically caused by faults, fractures and shear zones. Most
of the survey blocks are affected by linear magnetic features characteristic
of alternating sequences of mafic volcanics with sedimentary or intermediate
to felsic volcanic rocks, with probably some small size intrusive stocks or
dykes locally. The strongest anomalies of the survey are found in the eastern
part of the West block and possibly relate to magnetite rich iron formations
or ultramafic rocks.

 

The infill magnetic mapping, particularly in the area of Schreiber Pyramid
gold target, shows a number of magnetic structures that correlate with gold
mineralisation in bedrock and soils. These structures could link the gold
occurrences and require further checking in the field.

 

 

 

EM Results

Numerous EM anomalies of varying strength were identified by the survey. Many
conductive lineaments show a positive correlation to magnetic lineaments at
least locally. In these instances, the good correlation of EM and magnetic
anomalies suggest that sulphides, including pyrrhotite, are likely to compose
at least part of the anomalies'sources. EM anomalies of this type are
considered as prospective targets in the Big Bear exploration context. The
anomalies of greatest interest are found in the West block, to the northeast
and west of Schreiber, as well as in the Syenite Lake block. The most magnetic
conductors are likely related to iron formations, while the less magnetic ones
could pertain to mineralised veins or smaller sulphide occurrences with less
pyrrhotite or graphitic horizons.

 

Numerous conductive anomalies and horizons were identified, including:

 

·    Two areas of strong conductance in the Syenite Lake area that have
not been covered by previous prospecting work (Figure 3).

·    Rongie Lake area - 855m long, strong, late channel EM anomaly (Figure
4).

·    In the central area a 2.2km NW trending anomaly is associated with
iron formation. No work has been done on this as yet by Fulcrum (Figure 4).

·    Two discrete anomalies to the south are near the Lamont Lake
occurrence. Historic work here encountered zones of graphite and
trace-elevated base metal mineralisation (Figure 4).

·    Closer to Schreiber, another conductor is related to pyrrhotite and
pyrite rich iron formation which requires further follow-up for gold potential
(Figure 4).

·    In the South area a 550m long mid-channel conductor located just
south of the Trans-Canada Highway, with mapping showing the presence of felsic
volcanics with nearby iron formation. (Figure 5)

·    A EM occurrence on the East side of the road lines up with exposures
of banded iron formation on the highway near the Harkness Hays Mine which
warrants follow-up (Figure 5).

Figure 1 - Magnetic survey map integrating new survey areas 2023 with existing
survey area from 2020 showing priority VTEM targets.

 

 

Figure 2 - Infill survey in the Schreiber area showing interpreted shear
zones.

 

 

Figure 3 - New survey area, Northern Block, showing conductive trends in
Syenite Lake area yet to be investigated.

 

Figure 4 - New survey area, Western Block, showing EM conductors at Rongie
Lake, Central area and near to Schreiber.

 

Figure 5 - showing EM occurrences South and East of Highway 17

 

 

 

Tocheri Lake

 

Survey Parameters

One survey block was flown for a total of 197 line km, utilising the same
technical parameters as for the Big Bear Extension survey. The survey was
particularly aimed at potential Ni-Cu-PGE mineralisation similar to recently
discovered mineralisation on the Palladium One property immediately to the
west (Tyko, Smoke Lake, RJ Zone, West Pickle Zone) related to a series of
mafic/ultramafic feeder dykes.

 

Magnetic Results

The results are characteristic of areas dominated by meta-sedimentary or
intermediate to felsic intrusive rocks. A number of stronger magnetic
anomalies, occurring either in compact or linear shapes, are found locally and
could pertain to intermediate/mafic intrusive rocks or
meta-volcano-sedimentary horizons enriched in magnetic minerals. Magnetic
lineaments are very variable in strike in the area, with stronger anomalies
being associated with linear features likely related to mafic dykes. The main
family of lineaments is trending NW-SE but there are also a number of isolated
lineaments striking at varying angles, some being curved, possibly indicative
of deformation structures which could be of interest for exploration, possibly
analogous to features seen on the Palladium One claim block. Magnetic breaks
are observed throughout the block, which are typically caused by faults,
fractures and shear zones.

 

Magnetic anomalies of interest have not been investigated during the 2022
field campaign and represent legitimate targets for ground investigation.

EM Results

A cluster of weak, early time anomalies are found trending NE-SW in the NE
portion of the survey area. These responses are likely not strong enough to
indicate the presence of near surface massive sulphide but require
investigation as they are coincident with two magnetic anomalies. Location of
any mafic-ultramafic intrusions associated with the magnetic anomalies would
strongly enhance the prospectivity of the property.

 

Follow-up of the coincident magnetic/weak EM anomalies is warranted, as well
as ground checking and possible soil traverses over discordant stand-alone
magnetic anomalies that might be indicative of more deeply buried massive
sulphide bodies.

 

Figure 6 - Magnetic Lineaments for follow up.

 

 

Figure 7 - Early Off Time channels for follow up.

 

 

Qualified Person Statement

The technical information in this announcement has been reviewed by Edward
(Ed) Slowey, BSc, PGeo, technical advisor to Fulcrum Metals Plc. Mr Slowey is
a graduate geologist with more than 40 years' relevant experience in mineral
exploration and mining and a founder member of the Institute of Geologists of
Ireland. Mr Slowey has sufficient experience relevant to the style of
mineralisation and type of deposit under consideration and to the activity
which has been undertaken to qualify as a "Qualified Person" in accordance
with the AIM Rules Guidance Note for Mining and Oil & Gas Companies. Mr
Slowey consents to the inclusion in the announcement of the matters based on
their information in the form and context in which it appears.

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For further information please visit https://fulcrummetals.com/
(https://fulcrummetals.com/) or contact:

 Fulcrum Metals PLC
 Ryan Mee (Chief Executive Officer)           Via St Brides Partners Limited

 Allenby Capital Limited (Nominated adviser)
 Nick Athanas / George Payne                  Tel: +44 (0) 203 328 5656

 Clear Capital Markets Limited (Broker)
 Bob Roberts                                  Tel: +44 (0) 203 869 6081

 St Brides Partners Ltd (Financial PR)
 Ana Ribeiro / Paul Dulieu                    Tel: +44 (0) 20 7236 1177

 

 

Notes to Editors

 

FULCRUM METALS - BACKGROUND

 

Fulcrum Metals PLC (LON: FMET) is an AIM quoted exploration company which
finances and manages exploration projects focused on Canada, widely recognised
as a top mining jurisdiction.

 

Fulcrum currently holds a beneficial 100% interest in highly prospective gold
and base metals projects in Ontario and Uranium projects in Saskatchewan.

 

Fulcrum's strategy is to focus on discovery and commercialisation of its
Projects through targeted exploration programmes. The primary focus is to make
an economic discovery on the flagship Schreiber-Hemlo Properties and to
establish the prospectivity of its wider Ontario and Saskatchewan portfolio
with a view to securing potential joint venture and/or acquisition interest.

 

The Schreiber - Hemlo properties have a history of prospecting and localised
extraction since the late 19th century. However, coherent property-level
exploration programmes have been limited or absent, particularly in recent
times. Fulcrum has an opportunity to carry out such a programme and this
approach provides the best opportunity to fully explore the significant
prospectivity of the properties. A recent structural study identified 42
priority exploration targets, of which 24 targets within the Big Bear property
and 18 in the Jackfish property, with 14 in total (9 on Big Bear and 5 on
Jackfish) being ranked as high priority for follow-up. The properties have the
potential to host a large, structurally controlled, stratabound-style banded
iron formation (BIF) gold prospect similar to the Musselwhite deposit
(McNicoll et al., 2016), in addition to an Archean greenstone, orogenic-style
lode gold prospect, extending past the bounds of known historical mineral
occurrences.

 

While highly prospective, Fulcrum's mining assets are in the exploration
phase, so Fulcrum stands to be able to add significantly to the inherent value
through exploration success. Fulcrum will continually review opportunities
with potential and with a view to increasing shareholder value. It is the
Board's intention to deliver medium and long-term growth and to establish the
Group as a significant exploration company.

 

 

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