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The Rocket

Bon Accord Red

  • Igneous
  • Granite
  • 1.4 Ga

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Just found Bon Accord Red in The Rocket.

1.4 Ga granite, quarried at Oskarshamm, Kalmar, Sweden. Nearest stop: Euston.

This stone is older than it looks — worth five minutes if you're nearby.
https://www.londonpavementgeology.co.uk/location/538-the-rocket/

Location Details

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Location of Geological Feature
Red granite cladding.
Rock Type
Granite
Geological Age
1.4 Ga
Quarry Location
Oskarshamm, Kalmar, Sweden
Category
Igneous
Nearest station
Euston
Address
120, Euston Road NW1 2AL
The Rocket — Bon Accord Red
Bon Accord Red at The Rocket
    Entry submitted by Ruth

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