Geological research conducted by the Colorado School of Mines has revealed promising insights into the Surebet discovery within the Golddigger Property, potentially transforming understanding of gold mineralization in British Columbia's Golden Triangle.
The study identified two distinct high-grade gold settings: shear-hosted quartz-sulfide veins and gold-bearing felsic to intermediate dykes. Researchers noted that visible gold increases in abundance and coarseness with depth, suggesting substantial untapped potential.
Mineralization dating between 50.7 and 52.0 million years confirms a common Eocene-age magmatic origin. The research discovered a new phase separation process in CO₂-rich hydrothermal fluids, providing unique insights into gold deposit formation.
Drilling results are particularly compelling, with intercepts reaching up to 34.52 g/t gold equivalent over 39 meters. Consistent mineralization across 243 drill holes validates the scale of the gold system and challenges previous geological assumptions about the region.
The findings represent a significant advancement in understanding Reduced Intrusion-Related Gold (RIRG) systems, potentially redirecting exploration efforts toward Eocene-aged mineral deposits that were historically overlooked in favor of Jurassic-era targets.
