Corsi Collection of Decorative Stones

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view of stone 890

Corsi 890, approx. 145 x 73 x 40 mm, © Oxford University Museum of Natural History

side view of stone 890

side view of stone 890, approx. 145 x 73 x 40 mm, © Oxford University Museum of Natural History

OUMNH Number: 890  
Name and quarry location: Granito delle Alpi, from the Alps  
Geological description: Grey microgranodiorite with ferromagnesian-rich irregular patches. Veinlets and cavities are coloured by brown filler/polishing compound. Alignment of biotite crystals gives distinct foliation, evident on sides of specimen.  
Comments: This locality has not been confirmed.  
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Corsi's classification: Class 16. Granites; ii. Italian granites  
Corsi's text: 215.42 Granito delle Alpi  

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