BGS mineralogy and petrology collection record

Sample number E31789; COLLNO151;
Sample Donor Dixon,E.E.L.
Rock name Not entered
Stratigraphy Not entered
Comments Sandstone. Cement is calcareous and slightly quartzose with lamellibranchs near base of lower limestone shales. Modiola phase.
Locality details S. side of Dingle, 300 Yds. NE. of Fairyhill House. 1 mile NW. of Reynoldston, Gower.
50k map sheet Worms Head (246)

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Map reference SS 469 914
Year collected Not entered 
Bore name Not applicable
Confidentiality No restrictions

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Transition from XPL to PPL light


E31789

Cross Polarized, E31789

Plane Polarized, E31789

Plane Polarized, E31789