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Leeds Central Library

Peterhead Granite

  • Igneous
  • Granite
  • 406 Ma

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Location of Geological Feature
Four large pillars on either side of the main doorway facing Calverley Street.
Rock Type
Granite
Geological Age
406 Ma
Quarry Location
Stirlinghill, Peterhead, Aberdeenshire, Scotland, UK
Category
Igneous
Nearest station
Leeds
Address
Calverley Street LS1 3AB
Building architect
George Corson
Date of build
1884
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Stone identified by Dave Wallis.
Leeds Central Library — Peterhead Granite
Peterhead Granite at Leeds Central Library
Peterhead Granite at Leeds Central Library (detail 2)
    Entry submitted by Dave Wallis

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