VANCOUVER, April 14 /PRNewswire/ - Fortuna Silver Mines Inc. (TSX: FVI / Lima Stock Exchange: FVI) is pleased to announce additional assay results from the discovery of two high-grade silver ore shoots in the Bateas Vein, located in the central portion of the Caylloma Mine District. Preliminary results were previously announced in a news release dated December 15, 2010. Highlights of underground channel sampling: "The discovery of the high-grade silver ore shoots in the Bateas Vein is a strong validation of the continued exploration potential in this historic district," commented Dr. Thomas Vehrs, Vice President of Exploration. "The district has been in semi-continuous production since the arrival of the Spaniards in the early 16 th century and the potential for new discovery is still outstanding.