Pure Nickel Inc. Appoints Constantine Salamis to Board of Directors

TORONTO, ONTARIO--(CCNMatthews - Aug. 2, 2007) - Pure Nickel Inc. (the "Company") (TSX VENTURE:NIC)(OTCBB:PNCKF) is pleased to announce that Constantine Salamis has joined the board of directors and replaces Monty Moore who has resigned to become Special Advisor to the Board. Mr. Moore was one of the original shareholders and a key figure in the development of Nevada Star Resource Corp since its inception. "His guidance and support in the recent merger between Pure Nickel and Nevada Star have been invaluable in shaping the Company, we are very fortunate that Monty agreed to remain as a Special Advisor to help with the ongoing exploration program." said Jay Jaski CEO and Chairman of Pure Nickel.

Mr. Salamis, a mining engineer, has been involved in numerous mineral exploration and production companies throughout his 50 year career including Falconbridge Nickel, Inco Ltd., SOQUEM and Manicouagan Minerals, a public company he founded in 2004. In addition to Mr. Salamis' North American experience, overseas he has completed geological evaluation assignments for international agencies including the World Bank and the United Nations. Mr. Salamis brings a wealth of mining experience and knowledge that will further strengthen Pure Nickel's Board. "Pure Nickel welcomes Constantine on board during this formative stage of development and growth of the Company." said Jay Jaski.

About Pure Nickel Inc.:

Pure Nickel is a mineral exploration company with advanced nickel sulphide and platinum group element projects in Canada and Alaska. Pure Nickel's recent acquisition of Xstrata Nickel's North American exploration properties significantly expands Pure Nickel's exploration potential. The Company's 2007 exploration program is underway on multiple properties and is fully funded.

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