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Canvas 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
20"x16" (51x41cm) Canvas Print
Experience the mesmerizing beauty of geology with our Media Storehouse Canvas Print featuring "Chalcopyrite with Calcite and Galena" from the Royal Cornwall Museum. This captivating print showcases the stunning interplay of colors and textures, with brassy yellow chalcopyrite crystals nestled on colorless scalenohedral calcite crystals (dog tooth spar), and metallic grey galena crystals contrasting against a limestone backdrop. Bring the magic of the earth into your home or office with our high-quality canvas prints, expertly printed on premium canvas material for vibrant colors and stunning detail. Each print is carefully crafted to preserve the richness and depth of the original artwork, making it a unique and intriguing addition to any space.
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Estimated Product Size is 40.6cm x 50.8cm (16" x 20")
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Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with 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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