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Antique Framed Print : Cassiterite, Wherry Mine, Wherrytown, Penzance, Cornwall, England
Framed Photos from Royal Cornwall Museum
Cassiterite, Wherry Mine, Wherrytown, Penzance, Cornwall, England
Cassiterite with quartz. A very rich tin ore of a brown colour with black crystals of a curious form on the surface intermixed with white quartz. In Cornwall, cassiterite is concentrated in hydrothermal veins and pegmatites associated with granite intrusions. Cassiterite is the primary ore of tin, the most significant metal mined in Cornwall. Rashleigh Collection
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TRURI : 1903.1.313
Media ID 18814440
© RIC, photographer A.G. Tindle
Black Brown English Geology Metal Mine Mineral Mining Oxide Specimen
14"x12" (36x31cm) Antique Frame
Bevelled wood effect frame, card mounted, 10x8 archival quality photo print. Overall outside dimensions 14x12 inches (36x31cm). Environmentally and ozone friendly, the Polycore® moulding has the look of real wood, is durable and light and easy to hang. Biodegradable and made with non-chlorinated gases (no toxic fumes) it is efficient; producing 100 tons of polystyrene can save 300 tons of trees! Prints are glazed with lightweight, shatterproof, optical clarity acrylic (providing the same general protection from the environment as glass). The back is stapled hardboard with a sawtooth hanger attached. Note: To minimise original artwork cropping, for optimum layout, and to ensure print is secure, the visible print may be marginally smaller
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 24.4cm x 17.6cm (9.6" x 6.9")
Estimated Product Size is 36.3cm x 31.2cm (14.3" x 12.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with landscape (horizontal) orientation to match the source image.
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This print showcases a remarkable specimen of Cassiterite, discovered in the Wherry Mine located in Wherrytown, Penzance, Cornwall, England. The image beautifully captures the rich brown color of this tin ore and highlights its unique black crystals that adorn its surface. Interwoven with these dark formations is white quartz, creating an intriguing contrast. In Cornwall, Cassiterite is predominantly found concentrated within hydrothermal veins and pegmatites that are associated with granite intrusions. This mineral holds immense significance as it serves as the primary source of tin - a metal extensively mined throughout Cornwall's history. The photograph belongs to the esteemed Rashleigh Collection and was expertly captured by Andy Tindle. It not only portrays the geological beauty of this Cornish treasure but also provides valuable insights into the mining industry that has shaped this region for centuries. As you admire this stunning print, take a moment to appreciate both the natural wonders hidden beneath our Earth's surface and the historical importance of mining in Cornwall. Let yourself be captivated by the intricate details displayed on each crystal formation and marvel at nature's ability to create such extraordinary specimens like this one.
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