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Barclays Bank World Building

Rustenburg Bon Accord

  • Igneous
  • Gabbro
  • 2054 Ma

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Just found Rustenburg Bon Accord in Barclays Bank World Building.

2054 Ma gabbro, quarried at Rustenburg, South Africa. Nearest stop: Canary Wharf.

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https://www.londonpavementgeology.co.uk/location/1100-barclays-bank-world-building/

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Location of Geological Feature
Cladding on building and black paving stones in front of the building.
Rock Type
Gabbro
Geological Age
2054 Ma
Quarry Location
Rustenburg, South Africa.
Category
Igneous
Nearest station
Canary Wharf
Address
1, Churchill Place E14 5HP
Building architect
Pringle Brandon
Date of build
2005
Barclays Bank World Building — Rustenburg Bon Accord
Rustenburg Bon Accord at Barclays Bank World Building
Rustenburg Bon Accord at Barclays Bank World Building (detail 2)
    Entry submitted by Ruth

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