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India Gate

Clipsham Stone

  • Sedimentary
  • Limestone
  • Middle Jurassic

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Location of Geological Feature
Stone used for the construction of the gateway. This gate was constructed to commemorate Indian soldiers who were treated in hospitals in Brighton and Hove during WWI.
Fossils
Abundant shell fragments
Rock Type
Limestone
Geological Age
Middle Jurassic
Quarry Location
Clipsham, Rutland, England, UK
Category
Sedimentary
Nearest station
Brighton
Address
Brighton BN1 1EE
Building architect
Thomas Tyrwhitt
Date of build
1921
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This monument is generally described as being Bath Stone, however it does not shown the typical characteristics of this stone. I'm not convinced.
India Gate — Clipsham Stone
Clipsham Stone at India Gate
Clipsham Stone at India Gate (detail 2)
    Entry submitted by Ruth

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