BGS mineralogy and petrology collection record

Sample number E54956; COLLNONGB351;
Sample Donor Berridge,N.G.
Rock name 'Original entry: Lava'
Stratigraphy Not entered
Comments Amygdaloidal Lava c. 5 m. from dolerite.
Locality details The Southern margin of the Calton Hill dolerite intrusion, 4 miles ESE. of Buxton (Nr. A6-A5270 junction).
50k map sheet Buxton (111)

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Map reference SK 1198 7114
Year collected Not entered 
Bore name Not applicable
Confidentiality No restrictions

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Transition from XPL to PPL light


E54956

Cross Polarized, E54956

Plane Polarized, E54956

Plane Polarized, E54956