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Caiy Stane

Sandstone

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Just found Sandstone in Caiy Stane.

Unknown sandstone, quarried at Midlothian, Scotland. Nearest stop: Edinburgh Waverley.

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Location Details

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Location of Geological Feature
A standing stone. The stone is located in a drystone recess on the west side of Caiystane View.
Rock Type
Sandstone
Geological Age
Unknown
Quarry Location
Midlothian, Scotland
Category
Sedimentary
Nearest station
Edinburgh Waverley
Address
Caiystane View EH10
Building architect
N/A
Date of build
Bronze Age
Caiy Stane — Sandstone
    Entry submitted by Al McGowan

Nearby

The closest other recorded buildings.

  • Balm WellSandstone3.1 km
  • Harrison ArchLocharbriggs Sandstone3.2 km
  • Royal Commonwealth PoolFossil fish4.8 km
  • University Main LibraryPortland Stone4.8 km
  • Statue of Greyfriar's BobbyShap Granite5.1 km
  • National Museum of ScotlandClashach Sandstone5.2 km

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Building stone data by Ruth Siddall, Dave Wallis and contributors. Project founded by Dave Wallis.

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