Fiord of Kangerlic, South Greenland, in the Month of August, 1856. Creator: Unknown

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Fiord of Kangerlic, South Greenland, in the Month of August, 1856. Creator: Unknown

Fiord of Kangerlic, South Greenland, in the Month of August, 1856. View of...the Fjord of Kangerluarsuk [also spelt Kajarlik and Kangerlic]...interesting to mineralogists...being the locality in which the rare minerals eudialite, sodalite, and arfvedsonite are found...also [to be] found imbedded in the cryolite fine [were] crystals, of a variety of tantalite, which has not been hitherto seen. In the cryolite, besides the silver lead ore, are also found yellow copper ore, blende sparry iron ore, molybdenum tin stone in fine crystals, arsenical pyrites, fluor-spar, felspar, and quartz'. From "Illustrated London News", 1856

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Fiord of Kangerlic, South Greenland, August 1856: A Captivating View of Nature's Treasures This evocative photograph, taken in the month of August 1856, captures the breathtaking beauty of the Fiord of Kangerlic, located in South Greenland. The image, published in the "Illustrated London News," showcases the serene and majestic fjord, framed by towering mountains and the vast expanse of the sea. The Fiord of Kangerlic, also known as Kajarlik or Kangerlic, is a geographical feature of great interest to mineralogists. This remote and untouched corner of the world is the locality where rare minerals such as eudialite, sodalite, and arfvedsonite were discovered. Intriguingly, these minerals were not only found in the eponymous cryolite, but also imbedded within it were crystals of a previously unseen variety of tantalite. The cryolite deposits in the Fiord of Kangerlic were a treasure trove of natural resources. Besides the silver lead ore, yellow copper ore, blende sparry iron ore, molybdenum tin stone in fine crystals, arsenical pyrites, fluor-spar, felspar, and quartz were also found. The discovery of these minerals would have significant implications for the scientific community and the world of industry. This image, taken by an unknown photographer, offers a glimpse into the past, transporting us back to a time when the natural wonders of the world were still being discovered and explored. The Fiord of Kangerlic, with its rich mineral deposits, stands as a testament to the enduring allure of the natural world and the human curiosity that drives us to explore its depths.

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