BGS mineralogy and petrology collection record

Sample number E54998; COLLNONGB366;
Sample Donor Berridge,N.G.
Rock name Dolerite (Synonymous With Microgabbro). 'Original entry: Dolerite'
Stratigraphy Not entered
Comments Coarse dolerite, c. 12 m. above the level of the quarry floor.
Locality details Old quarry, Tideswell Dale picnic site. Lowest face outcrop, Highest point at which fresh material is readily obtainable.
50k map sheet Buxton (111)

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Map reference SK 1553 7386
Year collected Not entered 
Bore name Not applicable
Confidentiality No restrictions

Petrological thin sections

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Transition from XPL to PPL light


E54998

Cross Polarized, E54998

Plane Polarized, E54998

Plane Polarized, E54998