Perlite Mineral Deposit for Sale - Grant County, NM

This listing presents an exceptional investment opportunity in a significant Perlite Mineral Deposit located on the historic Wallace Ranch in Grant County, New Mexico, adjacent to Silver City. Spanning over 1800 acres, the property boasts exclusive mineral rights and is poised for readily permitted, unrestricted open-pit mining operations. Extensive professional drilling has confirmed proven reserves of over 67 million tons of high-purity perlite, with a conservative estimated value exceeding $600 million. Further exploration is expected to reveal total reserves between 100 to 200 million tons, potentially valued up to $2 billion. Geologists from the NM Institute of Mining and Technology have verified the ore's exceptional purity, with over 70% meeting stringent commercial requirements. The deposit consists of thick, contiguous beds of perlite at or near the surface, facilitating efficient quarrying. This offering represents a stable, long-term investment in a growing market sector, with corporate owners motivated to sell. Detailed engineering and geological assessments are available upon request.