Aguia Resources Ltd Advances Santa Barbara Phosphate Project Development

Exceptional Gold Continuity Confirmed at Santa Barbara Project The Aguia Resources Ltd Santa Barbara project continues to deliver outstanding high-grade gold results, reinforcing the exceptional continuity and predictability of the high-grade gold system. Recent diamond drilling and channel sampling results demonstrate consistent mineralisation across multiple veins with predictable grade distribution. Furthermore, this project stands out as one of the most promising gold developments in Colombia's prolific Serranía de San Lucas gold belt, with potential for significant resource expansion. Drilling and Sampling Highlights Consistent High-Grade Gold Recent diamond drilling at Aguia Resources Ltd Santa Barbara project has intersected multiple high-grade gold zones with results including 18.9 g/t Au over 0.35m, 14.62 g/t Au over 0.31m, and 10.3 g/t Au over 0.65m. These results are consistent with previous high-grade assays reported in July, which included 25.43 g/t Au over 0.6m and 15.0 g/t Au over 0.45m. What's particularly impressive is the underground channel sampling conducted over the entirety of the current 275 linear meters of Vein #1, which continues to confirm robust high-grade gold and silver values over large distances: Shoot Length Average Grade Average Vein Width 54.8m 33.52 g/t Au 0.17m 59.0m 19.65 g/t Au 0.20m 46.9m 16.99 g/t Au 0.24m 54.9m 19.15 g/t Au 0.24m Multiple channel samples have returned gold values exceeding 30 g/t, with some greater than 85 g/t Au, demonstrating the exceptional grade potential of the project. Predictable Mineralisation Sets Santa Barbara Apart Executive Chairman Warwick Grigor highlighted a key advantage of the Aguia Resources Ltd Santa Barbara project: "These assay results from ongoing diamond drilling and channel sampling reinforce that we have a very high-grade mineralised system that is now just starting to take shape." "This is a classic narrow vein system where the veins pinch and swell, but with grade continuity over long distances. It does not have the 'nugget effect' that creates variability in other deposits such as those in the Segovia district, making this project exceptionally good for predictability and planning purposes." This predictability is crucial for mine planning and development, as it reduces risk and improves the reliability of resource estimates. Understanding Mesothermal vs. Epithermal Mineralisation The Santa Barbara project hosts a fascinating geological system with two distinct mineralisation events that are key to understanding the gold distribution. What is Mesothermal Mineralisation? Mesothermal gold deposits form at moderate depths and temperatures in the earth's crust, typically producing more continuous, predictable vein systems. At Santa Barbara, this older mesothermal event produced the highest gold grades and shows greater continuity in both gold grade and shoot extensions. The later epithermal event (formed closer to the surface at lower temperatures) overprinted the mesothermal veins, sometimes reactivating older structures and forming new breccias and veins. This two-stage mineralisation process has created a complex but advantageous system where the high-grade mesothermal veins provide the backbone of the deposit's economic potential. Understanding this relationship is crucial for exploring the full potential of the Santa Barbara vein system, which has over 7km of cumulative strike potential. Systematic Exploration Building Resource Potential The company has completed 14 drill holes totaling 1,660m of a planned 2,500m program. The drilling has focused on defining the strike and dip extent of the mineralised structures on the Mariana and Santa Barbara Vein Systems, providing valuable information for future mine development planning. Eight drill holes have targeted the Santa Barbara vein #1 below current workings, and six drill holes have targeted the Mariana vein system. This systematic approach is building the foundation for a maiden resource estimate on Vein #1 to a projected depth of approximately 100m. Mesothermal Gold Mineralisation: The Key to Continuity Mesothermal gold deposits typically form in deep crustal environments under moderate temperature and pressure conditions, often associated with major structural corridors. At the Aguia Resources Ltd Santa Barbara project, the mesothermal mineralisation exhibits several important characteristics: Structural Control: The gold mineralisation follows predictable structural patterns, with veins showing remarkable continuity along strike and down dip Consistent Mineralisation: Unlike epithermal systems that can be more erratic, mesothermal systems often display more consistent grade distribution Vein Characteristics: The veins exhibit typical mesothermal features including multiple generations of quartz, moderate to high sulphide content, and distinctive alteration halos The underground channel sampling has been particularly valuable in demonstrating these characteristics, with four distinct high-grade shoots identified along Vein #1 showing excellent grade consistency over significant distances. "The consistency we're seeing in both grade and structural continuity significantly de-risks the project from a development perspective. When you can predict where the high-grade zones will be, it dramatically improves mining efficiency and resource estimation confidence," notes Warwick Grigor, Executive Chairman. Future Development Path With the Santa Barbara vein #1 showing such consistent high-grade results, Aguia Resources Ltd Santa Barbara project is positioned to: Complete the maiden resource estimate on Vein #1 Expand to include Vein #2 in resource calculations Extrapolate findings to parallel vein sets to assess scalability Determine optimal mining methods to grow the project The high-grade nature of the veins, while narrow, provides potential for an economically viable operation with relatively low capital requirements. The predictable grade distribution further de-risks the project development pathway. Why Investors Should Pay Attention The Aguia Resources Ltd Santa Barbara Gold Project offers several compelling investment considerations: Exceptional high-grade gold: Consistent results above 10 g/t gold with many samples exceeding 30 g/t Predictable mineralisation: Unlike many high-grade gold systems, Santa Barbara doesn't suffer from the "nugget effect," making resource estimation more reliable Multiple vein systems: Beyond the currently developed Vein #1, multiple parallel veins offer significant expansion potential Strategic location: The project is situated in Colombia's richest gold belt, the Serranía de San Lucas Experienced management: The team has demonstrated systematic exploration expertise and local operational capability Exploration Upside Beyond Current Development While the current focus is on Vein #1 and the emerging Vein #2, the Santa Barbara project encompasses approximately 320 hectares within Colombia's prolific Serranía de San Lucas gold belt. The property hosts multiple parallel vein systems with over 7km of cumulative strike potential. The company's methodical approach to exploration is yielding valuable information about the broader potential of the project. The drilling at the Mariana vein system has identified a fault offsetting the vein, providing important structural information that will guide future exploration efforts. As the company progresses toward a maiden resource estimate and continues exploration across its property, Santa Barbara represents a high-grade gold opportunity with expanding potential and reduced geological risk compared to many similar high-grade vein systems. With ongoing drilling results expected and resource estimation work underway, Aguia Resources Ltd Santa Barbara project presents an attractive opportunity for investors seeking exposure to high-grade gold development in a premier mining jurisdiction. Want to Capitalise on the Next High-Grade Gold Discovery? 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