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Viking Mines initiated metallurgical tests at its Linka tungsten project in Nevada, achieving a 16-fold increase in tungsten grade through gravity separation. Tests on a sample with 1.4% tungsten trioxide produced a concentrate with 22.9% tungsten trioxide and a 63.7% recovery rate at a grind size of 200 microns.

The project is located in the Spencer Hot Springs Mining District, characterized by high-grade scheelite mineralization. Viking is assessing low-cost processing options and developing geological models while advancing federal permitting for drilling.

The broader Nevada tungsten portfolio has historically produced 123,000 tonnes of ore. Current tungsten prices are near record highs, driven by geopolitical factors and demand in various sectors.