{"id":2477,"date":"2025-08-05T02:38:11","date_gmt":"2025-08-05T06:38:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.inflation.us\/news\/?page_id=2477"},"modified":"2025-11-10T15:11:53","modified_gmt":"2025-11-10T20:11:53","slug":"high-grades-low-strip-big-upside-lahontan-gold-santa-fe-advantage","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.inflation.us\/news\/high-grades-low-strip-big-upside-lahontan-gold-santa-fe-advantage\/","title":{"rendered":"High Grades. Low Strip. Big Upside. Lahontan Gold\u2019s Santa Fe Advantage"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

Lahontan Gold (TSXV: LG): A High-Grade, Royalty-Light Gold Developer in Nevada\u2019s Mining Heartland<\/strong><\/h1>\n\n\n\n
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Published: August 5, 2025 at 2:54 AM ET\u2002|\u2002LG Price at Publication: $0.10\/share<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ticker:<\/strong> TSXV: LG
Flagship Asset:<\/strong> Santa Fe Mine, Nevada
Resource Base:<\/strong> 1.95 million oz AuEq
Market Cap (approx.):<\/strong> ~1\/10th of post-tax NPV at $2,705 gold<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Overview<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Lahontan Gold (TSXV: LG) is advancing its flagship Santa Fe Mine<\/strong> in Nevada, one of the most mining-friendly jurisdictions globally. The 26.4 km\u00b2 project has a history of production, having yielded 359,202 ounces of gold<\/strong> and 702,067 ounces of silver<\/strong> through open-pit, heap-leach methods.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Today, Santa Fe hosts a robust 1.95 million ounce AuEq<\/strong> resource:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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  • 1.54 Moz AuEq Indicated<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
  • 0.411 Moz AuEq Inferred<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

    With a low strip ratio, superior grades, and strong infrastructure already in place, Lahontan is strategically positioned for near-term development.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Superior Grade Profile<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    Santa Fe\u2019s average grade of 0.99 g\/t AuEq (Indicated)<\/strong> is 60\u2013100% higher<\/strong> than typical open-pit heap-leach projects in Nevada and worldwide, many of which operate at just 0.4\u20130.6 g\/t Au<\/strong>. This high-grade advantage enhances project economics, especially in a high-cost inflationary environment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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    Strong Preliminary Economic Assessment (PEA) Economics<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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    • Post-tax NPV:<\/strong> US$200 million (based on $2,705\/oz gold)<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Initial CAPEX:<\/strong> US$135 million<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Cash Costs:<\/strong> US$1,233\/oz<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Production Profile:<\/strong> ~50,000 oz AuEq per year<\/li>\n\n\n\n
    • Strip Ratio:<\/strong> 1.63:1 (well below industry averages of 2.5:1 to 8:1)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

      The PEA supports a scalable, low-cost operation leveraging open-pit and heap-leach simplicity. With a current market cap of just a fraction of NPV, Lahontan presents clear re-rating potential.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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      Excellent Infrastructure in Place<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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      • On-site power substation<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • All-season access roads<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Three water wells<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
      • Established past-producing site<\/strong><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

        These advantages reduce both upfront capital requirements and permitting timelines.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        High-Grade Growth Potential from Drilling<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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        Lahontan\u2019s 2025 drill campaigns are aggressively targeting expansion zones including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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        • Bonanza Zone<\/strong> \u2013 4.6m @ 112.3 g\/t Au<\/li>\n\n\n\n
        • Big Horn, Slab, Calvada, York, Pinnacle Zones<\/strong> \u2013 all open for expansion<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

          The company mobilized an RC rig in June 2025, targeting Slab and York<\/strong> zones, with assays expected imminently<\/strong>. New intercepts could meaningfully expand the existing resource and improve mine scale.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          Metallurgical Testing & De-risking in Progress<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

          Lahontan is actively advancing toward feasibility through:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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          • Metallurgical testing<\/strong> to improve recovery assumptions\n
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            • Historical oxide recoveries: ~60\u201370%<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • PEA conservatively assumes 49% recovery for transition material<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n
            • Ongoing optimization efforts aim to unlock significant upside<\/strong> through modern heap leach processing of transition ores.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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              Permitting Advancing Toward NEPA<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

              The U.S. Bureau of Land Management is reviewing Lahontan\u2019s Exploration Plan of Operations (EPOO)<\/strong>. NEPA permitting is expected to begin in late 2025<\/strong>. In the interim, drilling continues under a Notice of Intent<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              Strategic Expansion: West Santa Fe Satellite Project<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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              Just 15 km from Santa Fe<\/strong>, Lahontan\u2019s newly acquired West Santa Fe<\/strong> asset:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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              • Hosts 171 historic drill holes (13,000m)<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Shows shallow, oxidized gold-silver mineralization<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • Could form a standalone heap-leach project<\/strong> or satellite deposit<\/li>\n\n\n\n
              • 2025 plans include 6,300m of step-out drilling<\/strong> to validate and expand resources<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                This enhances Lahontan\u2019s district-scale potential while leveraging shared infrastructure.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                Favorable Share Structure and Investor Base<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                Following the Victoria Gold block sale<\/strong>, Lahontan\u2019s shareholder base is now comprised largely of long-term, supportive holders<\/strong> controlling over 50% of the float. This sets up a tightly held structure with reduced dilution risk<\/strong> and clear alignment with value creation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                • Stock hit a low of $0.02<\/strong> post-block sale<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • Traded as high as $0.45 in April 2022<\/strong><\/li>\n\n\n\n
                • The TSX Venture Index is rebounding<\/strong>, offering sector-wide tailwinds<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n
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                  Royalty-Light Profile Enhances Value<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n
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                  Approximately 79% of Santa Fe\u2019s land package<\/strong> is unencumbered by royalties<\/strong>, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                  • Historic pits<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Core mineralized zones<\/li>\n\n\n\n
                  • Most drill-defined resources<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n

                    Of the remaining royalty-bearing ground, most carry only a 1.25% NSR<\/strong>, making Santa Fe one of the cleanest, most scalable<\/strong> assets among junior developers. This royalty-light structure directly improves project margins and attractiveness to future partners or acquirers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                    Investment Highlights<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                    \u2705 1.95 Moz AuEq resource base<\/strong>, scalable and growing
                    \u2705 High-grade open-pit heap-leach profile<\/strong> (0.99 g\/t AuEq)
                    \u2705 Top-tier jurisdiction<\/strong> with permitting and infrastructure advantages
                    \u2705 $200M post-tax NPV<\/strong>, with low initial CAPEX
                    \u2705 Royalty-light<\/strong> and capital-efficient development model
                    \u2705 Near-term catalysts<\/strong>: drilling results, metallurgical improvements, permitting milestones
                    \u2705 Strategic upside<\/strong> at West Santa Fe, offering standalone potential<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                    Conclusion: Positioned for Re-rating<\/strong><\/h3>\n\n\n\n

                    Lahontan Gold offers a compelling mix of grade, scale, jurisdiction, and economic leverage<\/strong>\u2014a rare combination in today\u2019s gold market. As drilling continues and permitting advances, the company is executing a clear roadmap toward production readiness. With strong fundamentals and a resource base trading at a deep discount to net asset value, Lahontan represents a high-upside, de-risking gold investment<\/strong> in the heart of Nevada.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

                    \nPast performance is not an indicator of future returns. NIA is not an investment advisor and does not provide investment advice. Always do your own research and make your own investment decisions. NIA has received compensation from LG of US$50,000 cash for a six-month marketing contract. NIA\u2019s President has purchased 200,000 shares of LG in the open market and intends to buy more shares. This message is meant for informational and educational purposes only and does not provide investment advice.<\/em>\n<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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                    Lahontan Gold (TSXV: LG): A High-Grade, Royalty-Light Gold Developer in Nevada\u2019s Mining Heartland Published: August 5, 2025 at 2:54 AM ET\u2002|\u2002LG Price at Publication: $0.10\/share Ticker: TSXV: LGFlagship Asset: Santa Fe Mine, NevadaResource Base: 1.95 million oz AuEqMarket Cap (approx.): ~1\/10th of post-tax NPV at $2,705 gold Overview Lahontan Gold (TSXV: LG) is advancing its […]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":2481,"parent":0,"menu_order":0,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","template":"","meta":{"footnotes":""},"class_list":["post-2477","page","type-page","status-publish","has-post-thumbnail","hentry"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.inflation.us\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2477","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.inflation.us\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.inflation.us\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/page"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.inflation.us\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.inflation.us\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=2477"}],"version-history":[{"count":6,"href":"https:\/\/www.inflation.us\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2477\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":5001,"href":"https:\/\/www.inflation.us\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/pages\/2477\/revisions\/5001"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.inflation.us\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/2481"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.inflation.us\/news\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=2477"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}