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40, Bank Street

Verde Maritaca

  • Metamorphic
  • Gneiss
  • 2.72-2.75 Ga

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Just found Verde Maritaca in 40, Bank Street.

2.72-2.75 Ga gneiss, quarried at Candeias & Campo Belo, Minas Gerais, Brazil. Nearest stop: Canary Wharf.

This stone is older than it looks — worth five minutes if you're nearby.
https://www.londonpavementgeology.co.uk/location/1121-40-bank-street/

Location Details

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Location of Geological Feature
Foundations.
Rock Type
Gneiss
Geological Age
2.72-2.75 Ga
Quarry Location
Candeias & Campo Belo, Minas Gerais, Brazil.
Category
Metamorphic
Nearest station
Canary Wharf
Address
40, Bank Street E14 5NR
Building architect
Cesar Pelli & Associates
Date of build
2002
40, Bank Street — Verde Maritaca
Verde Maritaca at 40, Bank Street
    Entry submitted by Ruth

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