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Framed Print : Chalcopyrite with Calcite and Galena, Staunton Harold, Leicestershire, England
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Chalcopyrite with Calcite and Galena, Staunton Harold, Leicestershire, England
Brassy yellow chalcopyrite crystals on colourless scalenohedral calcite crystals (dog tooth spar) with metallic grey galena on limestone. The locality is recorded as Staunton Harold and this specimen is probably from the Earl Ferrers Mines. Chalcopyrite is an important copper ore and galena is the primary ore mineral of lead
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TRURI : 801.739
Media ID 18814410
© RIC, photographer Roy Starkey
Black Brown Colourless Copper English Galenite Geology Glance Grey Lead Metal Metallic Midlands Mine Mineral Mining Orange Specimen Sulfide Sulphide Yellow Dolomite Ferrers
13.5"x11.5" (34x29cm) Premium Frame
Discover the natural beauty of the earth with our Media Storehouse Framed Prints. This stunning piece showcases a captivating geological find from the Royal Cornwall Museum - Chalcopyrite with Calcite and Galena from Staunton Harold, Leicestershire, England. Witness the brilliance of brassy yellow Chalcopyrite crystals nestled on colourless Scalenohedral Calcite crystals (dog tooth spar), contrasted by the metallic grey hue of Galena crystals on limestone. Bring this mesmerizing mineral formation into your home or office and elevate your decor with a touch of earth's natural artistry.
Framed and mounted 9x7 print. Professionally handmade full timber moulded frames are finished off with framers tape and come with a hanging solution on the back. Outer dimensions are 13.5x11.5 inches (34x29cm). Quality timber frame frame moulding (20mm wide and 30mm deep) with frame colours in your choice of black, white, or raw oak and a choice of black or white card mounts. Frames have a perspex front providing a virtually unbreakable glass-like finish which is easily cleaned with a damp cloth.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 21.4cm x 21.4cm (8.4" x 8.4")
Estimated Product Size is 29.2cm x 34cm (11.5" x 13.4")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) or portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases a remarkable geological specimen found in Staunton Harold, Leicestershire, England. The image captures the stunning combination of brassy yellow chalcopyrite crystals juxtaposed against colorless scalenohedral calcite crystals, also known as dog tooth spar. Adding to the visual intrigue is the presence of metallic grey galena on limestone. Believed to originate from the Earl Ferrers Mines, this particular sample highlights two significant ore minerals - chalcopyrite and galena. Chalcopyrite holds great importance as it serves as a vital copper ore, while galena stands as the primary lead ore mineral. The location where this extraordinary find was recorded is none other than Staunton Harold, renowned for its rich geological treasures. The photograph beautifully captures the contrasting colors and textures present within this unique formation. With its distinct shades of grey, orange-brown hues blending with black dolomite and vibrant pops of yellow from chalcopyrite crystals, this specimen truly exemplifies nature's artistic prowess. It serves as a testament to the diverse range of minerals that can be discovered beneath our Earth's surface. This print offers an opportunity to appreciate both the scientific significance and aesthetic beauty found within geology. It invites viewers to delve into the world of mining and exploration while marveling at Mother Nature's ability to create such striking formations.
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