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Image Not Available for Sample of Tillyfourie Granite
Sample of Tillyfourie Granite
Image Not Available for Sample of Tillyfourie Granite

Sample of Tillyfourie Granite

Source
Datec. 1935
Object NameSample
Mediumgranite
ClassificationsGranite Industry
Dimensions3 x 10.5 x 7.8cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1935 by Charles Macdonald.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS021846
About MeSample of unfinished grey Tillyfourie granite.

Tillyfourie is a bluish-grey colour and the crystals having a tendency to lie in lines. There is a high proportion of black mica present as well as white feldspar. A medium grained pink variety can also be found at this quarry.
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