Sample of Birsemohr Granite
AssociatedAssociated with
Bower and Florence Limited
(Aberdeen, Scotland, 1867 - 1964)
Datec. 1935
Object NameSample
Mediumgranite
ClassificationsGranite Industry
Dimensions2.5 x 10.1 x 7.6cm
AcquisitionPresented in 1935 by Messrs Bower & Florence.
LocationView by Appointment - Aberdeen Treasure Hub
Object numberABDMS021848
About MeRectangular sample of pink/grey granite with smooth upper surface and sides and unfinished surface underneath.Birsemohr granite is reddish with large porphyritic crystals of felspar, quartz in large pieces and black mica fairly abundant. It is very coarse-grained.
Corrennie Quarry
Peterhead
1850 - 1900
1900 - 1949
Granite Supply Association Limited
1970-1990