BGS mineralogy and petrology collection record

Sample number S49649; MR26863;
Sample Donor Macquillin,R.
Rock name 'Original entry: Andesine Hornblende Quartz Gneiss'
Stratigraphy Not entered
Comments Andesine-hornnblende-quartz gneiss, whole skerry consists of this material
Locality details NW part of Sule Skerry, part of Stromness Parish HX 62200 24400 4
50k map sheet Cellar Head ? (112)

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Map reference Not entered
Year collected Not entered 
Bore name Not applicable
Confidentiality No restrictions

Petrological thin sections

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Transition from XPL to PPL light


S49649

Cross Polarized, S49649

Plane Polarized, S49649

Plane Polarized, S49649