North Bay Resources Announces Successful Flotation Cell Test at Bishop Gold Mill, Inyo County, California

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North Bay Resources (OTC: NBRI) has announced the successful completion of flooding and operational tests of flotation cells and frothing equipment at the Bishop Gold Mill in Bishop, California. The flotation cells are used to extract gold and sulphides from host rock. Initial tests have been promising, with assays from the Fran Gold Joint Venture confirming 0.5 troy ounces of gold per ton from surface material. The company aims to process an initial 5,000 tons of material, equating to approximately 2,500 troy ounces of gold. Metallurgical analyses are ongoing to determine the composition and efficacy of reagents used. North Bay continues to explore gold mine acquisitions and joint ventures in the Western US and Canada, aiming to secure more gold resources to support the Bishop Mill and potential expansions.

Positive

• Successful operational testing of flotation cells at Bishop Gold Mill.
• Assays confirm 0.5 troy ounces of gold per ton from Fran Gold Joint Venture.
• Targeted initial processing of 5,000 tons of material, approximately 2,500 troy ounces of gold.
• Ongoing exploration for gold mine acquisitions and joint ventures.

Negative

• None.

BISHOP, Calif., June 27, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- North Bay Resources Inc. (the “Company” or “North Bay”) (OTC: NBRI) is pleased to announce completion of flooding and operational testing of flotation cells and frothing equipment at the Bishop Gold Mill (the “Mill”). The flotation cells are used in combination with frothing reagents to separate gold and sulphides from host rock. After grinding in the jaw crusher and ball mill into a fine powder, the ore is soaked in a hydrophobic reagent and then moved into the flotation cells where a frothing reagent is added creating bubbles. The gold and sulphides adhere to the bubbles that ascend to the top of the cells where they are scooped into a tray below. This gold concentrate is then dried and refined into gold bars.

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The Company has received assays from its Fran Gold Join Venture confirming 0.5 troy ounce per ton material from surface (see Press Release dated June 18, 2024) and has targeted an initial 5,000 tons of material for test processing or approximately 2,500 troy ounces of gold. Metallurgical analyses are currently underway to determine composition and make-up of material including final grind and confirmation of efficacy of selected frothing agent and flocculent in the flotation cells. The Company continues to review gold mine acquisitions and joint ventures throughout the Western US and Canada and is committed to acquiring ounces in the ground in support of the Bishop Mill and any future expansion that may occur.

About North Bay Resources

North Bay Resources operates the 100 ton per day Bishop Gold Mill in Inyo County, California. The Company owns the Murex Copper-Gold Project, the Copper Island Copper-Silver Project, the Tulameen Platinum Project, and is a 50/50 Joint Venture Partner in the Fran Gold Project all located in British Columbia, Canada. The Company seeks to return value to shareholders by staged acquisition, exploration and development of its metals projects and through the utilization of its gold milling facilities.

On behalf of the Board of Directors of

NORTH BAY RESOURCES INC.

Jared Lazerson
CEO

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This news release may contain certain “Forward-Looking Statements” within the meaning of the United States Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995 and applicable Canadian securities laws.

A video accompanying this announcement is available at
https://www.globenewswire.com/NewsRoom/AttachmentNg/b88d2082-a255-4fda-971d-d5d013a965e8

FAQ

What was the outcome of the flotation cell tests at Bishop Gold Mill?

The flotation cell and frothing equipment tests at Bishop Gold Mill were successfully completed.

How much gold was confirmed from the assays at the Fran Gold Joint Venture?

The assays confirmed 0.5 troy ounces of gold per ton from surface material.

What is the initial target for material processing at Bishop Gold Mill?

The initial target for material processing at Bishop Gold Mill is 5,000 tons, equating to approximately 2,500 troy ounces of gold.

Is North Bay Resources currently exploring new gold mine acquisitions?

Yes, North Bay Resources is actively reviewing gold mine acquisitions and joint ventures in the Western US and Canada.