Franklin Mining, Inc. (PK: FMNJ) has mining and exploration interests in the United States, Argentina and Bolivia; Franklin Mining Bolivia S.A. is a wholly owned subsidiary.  Franklin Mining, Inc. holds 51% ownership in both Franklin Oil % Gas, Bolivia S.A. and Franklin Oil % Gas, Argentina S.A.  Additional information is available at www.franklinmining.com.

The Company has a long history that originates with the original Franklin Mines in Colorado back in the 1800’s.  The original Franklin Mines and Franklin Mill began operations in Clear Creek County, Colorado as early as 1860 – just twelve years after gold’s discovery at Sutter’s Mill and the beginning of the California Gold Rush.  Nearly 150 years later, Franklin continues making history in the mines of Bolivia and the gas fields of Bolivia and Argentina.