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Stratford International Station

Mendiger Basalt

  • Igneous
  • Basanite

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Just found Mendiger Basalt in Stratford International Station.

basanite, quarried at Mendig, Eifel, Rheinland, Germany. Nearest stop: Stratford.

This stone is older than it looks — worth five minutes if you're nearby.
https://www.londonpavementgeology.co.uk/location/1334-stratford-international-station/

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Location of Geological Feature
Cladding on the south side of the fa�ade. A black vesicular basalt with white xenoliths.
Rock Type
Basanite
Quarry Location
Mendig, Eifel, Rheinland, Germany
Category
Igneous
Nearest station
Stratford
Address
International Way, Olympic Park E20 1YY
Stratford International Station — Mendiger Basalt
Mendiger Basalt at Stratford International Station
Mendiger Basalt at Stratford International Station (detail 2)
Mendiger Basalt at Stratford International Station (detail 3)
    Entry submitted by Ruth

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  • Aurelia HousePortland Stone; Roach480 m · about 8 min walk

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