Hidden Gold, Forgotten Lithium—And a Map to Something Bigger
- Lion Rock’s Volney Project in South Dakota reveals a large gold-lithium system, with surface samples up to 189.5 g/t gold and lithium grades as high as 5.4% Li₂O—now backed by advanced magnetic data showing a 1 km mineralized structure at depth.
- Drilling is imminent, with permits nearly approved and drill pads in place on 100% private land—allowing rapid targeting of both high-grade gold zones and the untested “Giant Volney” pegmatite.
- With a US$15M market cap and multi-commodity upside, Lion Rock offers early exposure to a hybrid gold-lithium discovery in a Tier-1 jurisdiction, with catalysts lined up for near-term revaluation.
Hidden Gold, Forgotten Lithium—And a Map to Something Bigger
For over a century, the gold-rich hills of South Dakota quietly guarded one of the most intriguing untapped mineral systems in the United States. Until now, no one had connected the dots.
Now, thanks to modern tech and boots-on-the-ground geology, Lion Rock Resources (TSX-V: ROAR | OTCQB: LRRIF) is beginning to unravel what could become one of the most compelling gold-lithium discoveries in North America.
And for the first time, we have a clearer picture of what lies beneath the surface.
A Century-Old Mystery Comes Into Focus
Earlier this year, Lion Rock caught investors’ attention when they reported surface samples from their Volney Project that returned up to 189.5 grams per tonne (g/t) gold—an astonishing number for any early-stage gold story.
But this wasn’t just a lucky sample.
A recently completed high-resolution drone-based magnetic survey, paired with advanced 3D inversion modeling, has now mapped out the subsurface picture—and it’s beginning to confirm what the rock samples were hinting at:
This is a large, structurally controlled mineral system.
The survey revealed a 1-kilometer-long magnetic high beneath the surface, following the same trend as the gold-rich shear zones identified at surface. That suggests the system continues at depth—and could be far larger than initially thought.
Why This Matters: Technology Unlocks Hidden Systems
In simple terms, magnetic surveys measure subtle variations in the earth’s magnetic field caused by different types of rocks. In mineral exploration, they’re used to find buried structures that often host gold, lithium, and other metals.
What Lion Rock’s survey found is significant. The data shows:
- A clear contrast between the gold-bearing mafic rocks and lithium-rich pegmatites
- Deep-seated magnetic anomalies consistent with mineralized shear zones
- Lithium pegmatites associated with magnetic lows, helping map out future targets
This is the kind of information that can transform a property from an interesting anomaly into a bona fide drill-ready target.
Drilling Is About to Begin
Permits are in the final stages. Drill pads are planned. The company expects to begin drilling within weeks.
And unlike many projects that take years to get off the ground, Volney sits on 100% privately held land—a massive advantage when it comes to permitting and timelines.
Lion Rock’s first drill campaign will target both the high-grade gold system and the large LCT (lithium-cesium-tantalum) pegmatites, including the 635-meter-long “Giant Volney” pegmatite that’s never been tested at depth.
Why Lithium Adds a New Layer of Value
Most exploration stories focus on one metal. Volney gives Lion Rock a rare double shot at value creation—gold and lithium, both of which are in high demand for different reasons:
- Gold remains a global safe haven, trading near all-time highs
- Lithium is essential for electric vehicles and energy storage—and North American supply remains scarce
Volney’s historical samples returned lithium grades as high as 5.4% Li₂O—grades that compare favorably with some of the top lithium projects globally.
And now, with the magnetic data revealing how these pegmatites are structured below surface, Lion Rock can target them more effectively.
Looking Ahead: The Next Chapter Starts Now
Lion Rock is still flying under the radar, with a market cap hovering around US$15 million. But that may not last long.
With modern data, a permitted land package, and drills about to turn, the next few months could represent a critical turning point in the story.
If drilling confirms what the surface and magnetic data are already suggesting, Volney may emerge as one of the few true multi-commodity discoveries in the U.S.—and one of the most compelling small-cap opportunities in today’s resource market.
For investors looking for early-stage exposure to a hybrid gold-lithium story in a safe jurisdiction with clear catalysts ahead, Lion Rock might just be the one to watch.
Cashu Technologies (“We” or “Us”) are not securities dealers or brokers, investment advisers or financial advisers, and you should not rely on the information herein as investment advice. Lion Rock Resources made a one-time payment of twenty thousand dollars to provide marketing services for a term of three months. This article is informational only and is solely for use by prospective investors in determining whether to seek additional information. This does not constitute an offer to sell or a solicitation of an offer to buy any securities. All investments carry risk. Always conduct your own due diligence.
