BLAINVILLE, QUÉBEC–(October 8, 2014) –Maya Gold & Silver Inc. (“Maya” or the “Corporation”) (TSX VENTURE:MYA) is pleased to announce the production results at its Zgounder Silver Mine in September 2014. Zgounder Millenium Silver Mining (“ZMSM”), the 85% owned joint venture with l‘Office National des Hydrocarbures et des Mines (“ONHYM”) of the Kingdom of Morocco (15%) produced 796 kilos (25,591 ounces) of silver from 67 ingots, grading an average of 99% Ag.
Highlights :
- 24 days of operation with mineralized material from “ancient stockpiles” on hand and underground stockpile;
- Mill facility operated at an average of 187.4 tpd;
- 4,559 tonnes were processed with an overall average grade of 225 g/t Ag recalculated head grade from metallurgical balance at the mill;
- Average of silver grade from the on-site laboratory is 99% Ag;
- Overall efficiency of the plant was about 92%;
- An increase of 178% compared to August production.
The Zgounder Mine silver production is delivered to a refiner in Switzerland. A total of 1242 kg (39,930 ounces) of silver has been delivered, from a total of 109 ingots since operation started.
Maya is pleased to report that the Zgounder Silver Mine has been officially inaugurated on September 20th, 2014 with the presence of a large delegation from the Ministry of Energy, Mining, Water and Environment of Morocco, led by the Minister Mr. Abdelkader Amara, the Governor of Taroudant Mr. Fouad M’Hamdi and several members of the board of Maya.
Click on the following link to view the pictures of the Zgounder Inauguration Ceremony: http://maya.dev.penega.comgoldsilver.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/10/Zgounder_Inauguration Ceremony_09_20_2014.pdf
Click on the following link to view the pictures of the silver pouring at Zgounder Mine: http://maya.dev.penega.comgoldsilver.com/wpcontent/uploads/2014/10/Zgounder_Silver_Mine_Pouring_Sept_2014.pdf
Qualified Persons
The technical content of this news release has been prepared and reviewed by Claude Duplessis from Goldminds Geoservices: independent Qualified Person under NI 43-101 standards.
ABOUT MAYA
Maya Gold & Silver Inc. is a Canadian listed mining corporation focused on the exploration and development of gold and silver deposits in Morocco. Maya is initiating mining and milling operations at its Zgounder Mine.
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Forward looking information
Zgounder Silver Mine
The decision to commence production at the Zgounder Silver Mine was not based on a feasibility study of mineral reserves demonstrating economic and technical viability, but rather on a pre-feasibility study. Accordingly, there is increased uncertainty and economic and technical risks of failure associated with this production decision. Production and economic variables may vary considerably, due to the absence of a complete and detailed site analysis according to and in accordance with NI 43-101.
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Contact Information
Maya Gold & Silver Inc.
Guy Goulet
Chief Executive Officer
450-435-0700ext. 204
ggoulet@mayagoldsilver.com
or
Maya Gold & Silver Inc.
Nathalie Dion
Investor Relations
450-435-0700 ext. 202
ndion@mayagoldsilver.com