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1 City Square

Nero Zimbabwe

  • Igneous
  • Dolerite
  • 2.2 Ga

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Just found Nero Zimbabwe in 1 City Square.

2.2 Ga dolerite, quarried at Mashonaland, Zimbabwe. Nearest stop: Leeds.

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Location of Geological Feature
Black stone cladding the foundations of the building.This is probably Nero Zimbabwe dolerite.
Rock Type
Dolerite
Geological Age
2.2 Ga
Quarry Location
Mashonaland, Zimbabwe
Category
Igneous
Nearest station
Leeds
Address
1 City Square, Leeds LS1 2ES
1 City Square — Nero Zimbabwe
Nero Zimbabwe at 1 City Square
    Entry submitted by Stephen Davies

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  • Banyan Bar & RestaurantShap Granite40 m · about 1 min walk
  • City Square Statue PlinthsRoss of Mull Granite40 m · about 1 min walk
  • Mill Hill ChapelMeanwood Grit50 m · about 1 min walk

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