BGS mineralogy and petrology collection record

Sample number S3551
Sample Donor Hinxman, Lionel W. (see also LHH); Wilson, J.S.G.;
Rock name 'Original entry: Amphibolite'
Stratigraphy Not entered
Comments or gabbro diorite
Locality details Whistlebare Hillock, 2 miles WNW of Tarland
50k map sheet Inverurie (76)

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Map reference NJ 465 060
Year collected Not entered 
Bore name Not applicable
Confidentiality No restrictions

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Transition from XPL to PPL light


S3551

Cross Polarized, S3551

Plane Polarized, S3551

Plane Polarized, S3551