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Gallery House

Larvikite Blue Pearl

  • Igneous
  • Monzonite
  • 290 Ma

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Just found Larvikite Blue Pearl in Gallery House.

290 Ma monzonite, quarried at Larvik, Westfold, Norway. Nearest stop: Leeds.

This stone is older than it looks — worth five minutes if you're nearby.
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Location of Geological Feature
Engaged pillars to the left and right of the doors. These have been grooved to supply extra texture. This cladding was added when the entrance was renovated in 1982
Rock Type
Monzonite
Geological Age
290 Ma
Quarry Location
Larvik, Westfold, Norway
Category
Igneous
Nearest station
Leeds
Address
127, The Headrow LS1 5RD
Building architect
W.H.Thorp (1886)
Date of build
1982
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Stone identified by Dave Wallis.
Gallery House — Larvikite Blue Pearl
Larvikite Blue Pearl at Gallery House
Larvikite Blue Pearl at Gallery House (detail 2)
    Entry submitted by Dave Wallis

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  • Larvikite: Marina Pearl

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  • 3, South ParadeBon Accord Gabbro30 m · about 1 min walk
  • Flight ClubMillstone Grit40 m · about 1 min walk
  • Leeds War MemorialCumbrian Green Slate40 m · about 1 min walk

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