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University College Hospital (UCH)

Sardinian Beige Granite

  • Igneous
  • Granite
  • 310 Ma

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Just found Sardinian Beige Granite in University College Hospital (UCH).

310 Ma granite, quarried at Monti Ruiu, Luras, Sardinia, Italy. Nearest stop: Euston Square.

This stone is older than it looks — worth five minutes if you're nearby.
https://www.londonpavementgeology.co.uk/location/701-university-college-hospital-uch/

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Location of Geological Feature
Steps & paving at the hospital's main entrance on Euston Road.
Rock Type
Granite
Geological Age
310 Ma
Quarry Location
Monti Ruiu, Luras, Sardinia, Italy.
Category
Igneous
Nearest station
Euston Square
Address
235, Euston Road NW1 2BU
University College Hospital (UCH) — Sardinian Beige Granite
Sardinian Beige Granite at University College Hospital (UCH)
    Entry submitted by Ruth

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