Joaquin Marias, an esteemed Argentinian geologist and CEO of Argenta Silver, delves into the revival of the El Quevar silver project. He reveals its impressive 45 million ounces of high-grade silver with nearly 500 g/t purity. Joaquin highlights the existing infrastructure that enhances operational efficiency and the fully funded 15,000-meter drill program aimed at resource expansion. He shares insights on Argentina's pro-mining shift under the Milei administration, making it an exciting time for exploration in Salta.
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How Argenta Acquired El Quevar
Joaquin described acquiring El Quevar after it was abandoned for ~10 years and buying it for USD 3.5M.
He formed Argenta Silver and now holds 100% with no pending payments or debt.
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Pure High-Grade Silver Deposit
El Quevar is a rare, high-grade pure-silver deposit with ~45 Moz Indicated at 482 g/t Ag.
The deposit contains no significant base metals or gold, which simplifies metallurgy and value focus.
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Extensive Onsite And Nearby Infrastructure
The project benefits from major external infrastructure: rail, gas pipeline, paved road and high-voltage power 15 km away.
Internal assets include a 100-person modular camp, 80 km of roads, buildings, water wells and onsite power.
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In this company introduction, we sit down with Joaquin Marias, President and CEO of Argenta Silver (TSX.V:AGAG | OTCQB:AGAGF | FRA:T1K).
Joaquin shares the story behind acquiring the El Quevar project in Salta Province, Argentina - a high-grade, pure silver asset that sat dormant for nearly a decade. We discuss the nature of the deposit, which boasts an indicated resource of over 45 million ounces at nearly 500 g/t silver, and the infrastructure already in place. Joaquin also outlines the fully funded 15,000-meter drill program currently underway to expand the resource and test new exploration targets.
Key Discussion Points:
The El Quevar Asset: A pure silver deposit with ~45M oz Indicated resources at 482 g/t Ag.
Infrastructure Advantage: Significant existing value including a 100-person camp, rail, gas, and power access.
Exploration Strategy: Details on the active 15,000-meter drill campaign targeting resource expansion and new discoveries.
Argentina Jurisdiction: Insight into the pro-mining shift under the Milei administration and the favorable environment in Salta.
Financial Strength: A strong treasury (~$22.5M CAD) backed by strategic investors Frank Giustra.
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