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The Royal Standard

Larvikite Marina Pearl

  • Igneous
  • Monzonite
  • 292-297 Ma

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Just found Larvikite Marina Pearl in The Royal Standard.

292-297 Ma monzonite, quarried at Larvik, Vestfold, Norway. Nearest stop: King George V DLR.

This stone is older than it looks — worth five minutes if you're nearby.
https://www.londonpavementgeology.co.uk/location/5389-the-royal-standard/

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Location of Geological Feature
Grey stone at foundation level.
Rock Type
Monzonite
Geological Age
292-297 Ma
Quarry Location
Larvik, Vestfold, Norway.
Category
Igneous
Nearest station
King George V DLR
Address
116, Albert Road E16 2NQ
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Stone identified by Ruth Siddall.
The Royal Standard — Larvikite Marina Pearl
Larvikite Marina Pearl at The Royal Standard
Larvikite Marina Pearl at The Royal Standard (detail 2)
Larvikite Marina Pearl at The Royal Standard (detail 3)
    Entry submitted by Ruth Siddall

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  • Royal Naval College FountainPortland Stone: Whitbed5.3 km

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