BGS mineralogy and petrology collection record

Sample number S40607; COLLNOYB406;
Sample Donor Lawrie,T.R.M.
Rock name 'Original entry: Calcsilicate Rock With Garnet And Large Hornblendes'
Stratigraphy Not entered
Comments Lenticular calcsilicate rib in Leven Schist, nearly flat-lying, locally numerous, 0.25 -2 inches thick; with garnet and large hornblendes
Locality details Allt Choimhlidh, 780 yds S 23 deg E from junction with R Cour
50k map sheet Loch Eil (62)

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Map reference NN 2375 7719
Year collected Not entered 
Bore name Not applicable
Confidentiality No restrictions

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Transition from XPL to PPL light


S40607

Cross Polarized, S40607

Plane Polarized, S40607

Plane Polarized, S40607