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1, Station Road

Larvikite Bronze Pearl

  • Igneous
  • Monzonite
  • 292-297 Ma

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Just found Larvikite Bronze Pearl in 1, Station Road.

292-297 Ma monzonite, quarried at Larvik, Vestfold, Norway. Nearest stop: Penge East.

This stone is older than it looks — worth five minutes if you're nearby.
https://www.londonpavementgeology.co.uk/location/4671-1-station-road/

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Location of Geological Feature
Stone used for the Egyptian-style pilasters around the lower ground floor of the building.
Rock Type
Monzonite
Geological Age
292-297 Ma
Quarry Location
Larvik, Vestfold, Norway.
Category
Igneous
Nearest station
Penge East
Address
1, Station Road SE20 7BE
Date of build
19th/20th Century
Find out more
Stone identified by Ruth Siddall.
1, Station Road — Larvikite Bronze Pearl
Larvikite Bronze Pearl at 1, Station Road
Larvikite Bronze Pearl at 1, Station Road (detail 2)
Larvikite Bronze Pearl at 1, Station Road (detail 3)
    Entry submitted by Ruth Siddall

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