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MAG Announces Second Quarter 2024 Production From Juanicipio and Increases Grade Guidance

 

 

 

 

 

MAG Silver Corp. (TSX:MAG) (NYSE American: MAG) reports production from Juanicipio (56% / 44% Fresnillo plc and MAG, respectively) for the second quarter ended June 30, 2024.

 

Q2 Highlights

  • Expanding throughput: Juanicipio processed 336,593 tonnes of ore in Q2 continuing to build on daily milling rates. Consistent with Q1, all ore was processed at the Juanicipio plant in Q2.
  • Continued strong grades: The average silver head grade for the quarter was 498 grams per tonne, surpassing the previous quarter and reaffirming the high-grade nature of the Juanicipio deposit which continues to demonstrate its significant long-term potential.
  • Enhanced recovery: Metal recovery rates improved compared to the previous quarter showcasing the ongoing operational enhancements and circuit optimization efforts at Juanicipio.
  • Commercial pyrite production: Commenced commercial production of pyrite concentrate during the quarter delivering incremental silver and gold recovery.
  • Robust production: Juanicipio exceeded expectations with preliminary production estimates of 5.0 million silver ounces and 9,267 gold ounces.
  • Grade guidance increased: With the continued operational outperformance in the first half of 2024, grade guidance has been revised upwards. Silver head grade at Juanicipio is expected to be between 420g/t and 460g/t for 2024 (previously 380g/t to 420g/t). Comprehensive financial and operational results along with a definitive guidance update are expected to be released on August 2, 2024.

 

Compared to Q2 2023, Juanicipio’s performance significantly improved reflecting the progress made since the commencement of mining ramp-up and plant commissioning in February 2023. Importantly performance in Q2 was achieved solely at the Juanicipio plant, without incremental processing at the Fresnillo and Saucito plants.

 

Comparative production highlights (100% basis):

 

                   
    Q2 2024 Q1 2024 % Chg Q2 2023^ % Chg H1 2024 H1 2023^ % Chg
Tonnes processed t 336,593 325,684 3.3 % 377,718 -10.9 % 662,276 599,741 10.4 %
                   
Head grades                  
Silver g/t 498 476 4.6 % 498 0.0 % 488 448 8.9 %
Gold g/t 1.2 1.32 -9.1 % 1.25 -4.0 % 1.26 1.18 6.8 %
Lead % 1.56 1.35 15.6 % 1.05 48.6 % 1.45 0.94 54.3 %
Zinc % 2.99 2.49 20.1 % 1.92 55.7 % 2.74 1.74 57.5 %
                   
Production                  
Silver koz 4,984 4,445 12.1 % 5,207 -4.3 % 9,429 7,377 27.8 %
Gold oz 9,259 9,927 -6.7 % 10,573 -12.4 % 19,186 16,543 16.0 %
Lead1 klb 9,956 8,704 14.4 % 7,500 32.8 % 18,664 10,700 74.4 %
Zinc2 klb 18,850 14,653 28.6 % 11,944 57.8 % 33,502 16,964 97.5 %

^ Includes material processed at the Fresnillo, Saucito and Juanicipio beneficiation plants.
1 Lead recovered to lead concentrate.
2 Zinc recovered to zinc concentrate.

 

“The second quarter continued to validate the strength and quality of our operations at Juanicipio,” said George Paspalas, MAG Silver’s President and CEO. “We achieved solid milling rates, improvements in recovery and exceptional head grades in a very supportive commodity price environment. With the robust foundation of the first half of 2024, increased silver grade guidance and ongoing project optimization we remain confident we are well positioned for continued growth and long-term success.”

 

Qualified Person: All scientific or technical information in this press release is based upon information prepared by or under the supervision of, or has been approved by Gary Methven, P.Eng., who is a “Qualified Person” for purposes of National Instrument 43-101, Standards of Disclosure for Mineral Projects (“National Instrument 43-101” or “NI 43-101”). Mr. Methven is not independent as he is Vice President, Technical Services of MAG.

 

About MAG Silver Corp.

 

MAG Silver Corp. is a growth-oriented Canadian mining and exploration company focused on advancing high-grade, district scale precious metals projects in the Americas. MAG is a top-tier primary silver mining company through its (44%) joint venture interest in the 4,000 tonnes per day Juanicipio Mine, operated by Fresnillo plc (56%). The mine is located in the Fresnillo Silver Trend in Mexico, the world’s premier silver mining camp, where in addition to mining and processing operations, an expanded exploration program is in place targeting multiple highly prospective targets. MAG is also executing multi-phase exploration programs at the 100% earn-in Deer Trail Project in Utah and the 100% owned Larder Project, located in the historically prolific Abitibi region of Canada.

 

Posted July 24, 2024

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