BGS mineralogy and petrology collection record

Sample number S12398
Sample Donor Hinseman, L.H. (aka L W Hinxman, use LWH)
Rock name 'Original entry: Epidote-Hornblende Gneiss'
Stratigraphy Not entered
Comments Lewsian; acid, very epidotic, see Mem. Sh. 82, p. 47
Locality details Allt Coire Dubh, 1 mile NE of Scardroy
50k map sheet Lochcarron (82)

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Map reference NH 22211 52178
Year collected Not entered 
Bore name Not applicable
Confidentiality No restrictions

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Transition from XPL to PPL light


S12398

Cross Polarized, S12398

Plane Polarized, S12398

Plane Polarized, S12398