66 Resources Enters Agreement For The Independence Gold Property


VANCOUVER - 66 Resources Corp. has signed an option agreement with arm's length vendor America's Gold Exploration Inc. (AGEI) to acquire up to a 75% interest in the advanced-stage Independence Gold Property located in the Battle Mountain-Cortez Trend, Nevada. The Independence Property adjoins the Nevada Gold Mines's Phoenix pit approximately 800 meters to the southwest, which is currently operated under joint-venture between Newmont Mining and Barrick Gold Corporation. Nevada Gold Mines is the largest gold producer in the state of Nevada and is expected to produce 2.1 to 2.3 million ounces of gold in 2020 at industry leading cash costs.

"We are very excited to acquire such a high-quality gold asset located in one of the best mining jurisdictions in the world," said Tim Henneberry, CEO. "We look plan to commence a drill program focused on confirming and expanding the areas of known mineralization commencing in September 2020."