BGS mineralogy and petrology collection record

Sample number S6594
Sample Donor Teall, J.J.H.
Rock name 'Original entry: Biotite Diorite (Camptonite)'
Stratigraphy Not entered
Comments Biotite diorite (camptonite)
Locality details Dyke near Castle Hill, Colvend Shore, 6 miles S of Dalbeattie
50k map sheet Kirkcudbright (5)

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Map reference NX 85 52
Year collected Not entered 
Bore name Not applicable
Confidentiality No restrictions

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Transition from XPL to PPL light


S6594

Cross Polarized, S6594

Plane Polarized, S6594

Plane Polarized, S6594