Metamorphic Rock Collection

Barga, Italy
Barga. View from the mediaeval Tuscan town of Barga across the Serchio river valley, towards the summit of Pania Secca (1171 metres) in the Apuan Alps, Italy

Polarised LM of thin section of gneiss
Polarised light micrograph of a thin section of gneiss, a type of metamorphic rock (location unknown). Magnification: x7 at 6x6cm size

Bust of the Buddhist Goddess Prajnaparamita (image 2 of 2), 12th-early 13th century. Creator: Unknown
Bust of the Buddhist Goddess Prajnaparamita (image 2 of 2), 12th-early 13th century

RF - Slate and pebbles, near Kintra, Islay, Argyll, Scotland, UK. November.(This image may be licensed either as rights managed or royalty free.)

Metamorphic rocks, Yakutat Beach, Alaska

Statuette of a Female Figure, Early Bronze Age, 2600-2400 BCE. Creator: Unknown
Statuette of a Female Figure, Early Bronze Age, 2600-2400 BCE

Fountain, Europe, Mid to late 18th century. Creator: Unknown
Fountain, Europe, Mid to late 18th century

Palette with hieroglyph (schist)
HSC325705 Palette with hieroglyph (schist) by Egyptian, Naqada I Period (c.4000-3000 BC); length: 47.5 cm; Private Collection; Photo eHeini Schneebeli; Egyptian, out of copyright

Hornblende granite rocks, California

Illustration of gneiss

Illustration of mica schist

Sight of the city of basin constructed on the rocks of a great ravine
Its historic centre The Cathedral, Casas Colgadas (Hanging Houses) looks out over rocky canyon walls in the heart of the Cuenca Mountains

High water waterfall mountain view from inside, Gavarnie. Hautes Pyrenees. France. World Heritage by UNESCO
Detail of the top of the waterfall Gavarnie

Hiker walking with a stick by a mountain area of Gavarnie

Tripper with rucksack and stick crossing a way of high mountain in the pyrenees, Gavarnie

Stream of high mountain between big rocks crosses a forest in autumn
Autumn hiking in Ordesa and Monte Perdido national park, Pyrenees, Spain

Canada, Ontario, View of Killarney Provincial Park

Hanging houses illuminated in the night, Cuenca, Castilla La Mancha, Spain
Casas Colgadas (Hanging houses), houses built on the ravine from 14th century, walled town of Cuenca (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1996), Castilla-La Mancha, Spain

Hanging houses illuminated in the night, Cuenca, Castilla La Mancha, Spain
Casas Colgadas (Hanging houses), houses built on the ravine from 14th century, walled town of Cuenca (UNESCO World Heritage List, 1996), Castilla-La Mancha, Spain

Sight of the city of basin constructed on the rocks of a great ravine
Its historic centre The Cathedral, Casas Colgadas (Hanging Houses) looks out over rocky canyon walls in the heart of the Cuenca Mountains

Welsh slate, close up

Slate. Specimen of the metamorphic rock slate. This rock forms under low-temperature conditions and splits easily into thin layers

Tschermakite crystals. This brittle crystalline mineral is found in metamorphic rocks. It contains calcium, magnesium, iron and aluminium in a silicate matrix

Devonian slate coastline. View of Morte Point seen from Morthoe, Devon, UK

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Metamorphic rocks, such as gneiss, hold a captivating history within their intricate layers. In Barga, Italy, the mesmerizing beauty of these rocks can be witnessed firsthand. Through a polarised LM of a thin section of gneiss, one can delve into the hidden secrets that lie beneath its surface. Traveling across continents to Yakutat Beach in Alaska unveils another stunning display formations. These ancient structures stand tall against the crashing waves, showcasing nature's artistic prowess over millions of years. Stepping back in time to the Early Bronze Age, we encounter a statuette of a female figure dating back to 2600-2400 BCE. The unknown creator skillfully carved this masterpiece from metamorphic rock, immortalizing an era long gone but forever remembered through art. Moving forward in history to Europe during the mid to late 18th century brings us face-to-face with an enchanting fountain sculpted by an anonymous artist. Crafted from metamorphic rock, this timeless piece stands as a testament to human creativity and ingenuity throughout different eras. In Egypt's rich heritage lies yet another remarkable artifact - a palette adorned with hieroglyphs made from schist. This metamorphic rock served not only as a canvas for ancient Egyptians but also as evidence of their advanced civilization and cultural practices. Closer to home in California's rugged landscapes are hornblende granite rocks that dominate the scenery. These majestic formations tell tales written by nature itself over countless millennia - stories etched into every crevice and contour. From Barga to Yakutat Beach and beyond; from ancient statues and fountains to hieroglyph-adorned palettes; from hornblende granite rocks standing tall against time - all bear witness to the enduring allure and resilience throughout our world's history.