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Kala Bistro

Larvikite Bronze Pearl

  • Igneous
  • Monzonite
  • 292-297 Ma

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Just found Larvikite Bronze Pearl in Kala Bistro.

292-297 Ma monzonite, quarried at Larvik, Vestfold, Norway. Nearest stop: Manchester Victoria.

This stone is older than it looks — worth five minutes if you're nearby.
https://www.londonpavementgeology.co.uk/location/4544-kala-bistro/

Location Details

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Location of Geological Feature
Polished cladding and dressed stonework on the facade of the building.
Rock Type
Monzonite
Geological Age
292-297 Ma
Quarry Location
Larvik, Vestfold, Norway.
Category
Igneous
Nearest station
Manchester Victoria
Address
55, King Street M2 4LQ
Building architect
Casson, Conders & Partners
Date of build
1969
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Stone identified by Ruth Siddall.
Kala Bistro — Larvikite Bronze Pearl
Larvikite Bronze Pearl at Kala Bistro
Larvikite Bronze Pearl at Kala Bistro (detail 2)
Larvikite Bronze Pearl at Kala Bistro (detail 3)
    Entry submitted by Ruth Siddall

Nearby

The closest other recorded buildings.

  • 55, King StreetLarvikite30 m · about 1 min walk
  • Miller & Carter Steak House ManchesterPortland Stone: Whitbed40 m · about 1 min walk
  • Wella Hair StudioCumbrian Green Slate60 m · about 1 min walk
  • Mr. Thomas's Chop HouseUthammar Granite70 m · about 1 min walk
  • 71, King StreetCumbrian Green Slate.70 m · about 1 min walk
  • Ship Canal HousePortland Stone Whitbed80 m · about 1 min walk

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