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Optical Express

Giallo Veneziano

  • Igneous
  • Granite
  • 576 Ma

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Just found Giallo Veneziano in Optical Express.

576 Ma granite, quarried at Nova Venecia, Espirito Santo, Brazil. Nearest stop: Tottenham Court Road.

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https://www.londonpavementgeology.co.uk/location/568-optical-express/

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Location of Geological Feature
Cladding of porch, steps and column.
Rock Type
Granite
Geological Age
576 Ma
Quarry Location
Nova Venecia, Espirito Santo, Brazil.
Category
Igneous
Nearest station
Tottenham Court Road
Address
219-229 Shaftesbury Avenue WC2H 8EL
Optical Express — Giallo Veneziano
Giallo Veneziano at Optical Express
    Entry submitted by Ruth

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  • St Giles Square SeatingRosso Levanto Turco180 m · about 3 min walk

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