Hecla Mining Company (NYSE: HL) is the oldest precious metals mining company in North America. The company is not only the largest and one of the lowest-cost U.S. silver producers, but also a growing gold producer with a rich history of mining that has distinguished it as a respected precious metals producer. The company owns two primary silver mines in Alaska (Greens Creek) and Idaho (Lucky Friday) and the Casa Berardi gold mine in Quebec. For more information, visit the company’s website at www.hecla-mining.com.