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Antique Framed Print : Galena, Matlock, Derbyshire, England
Framed Photos from Royal Cornwall Museum
Galena, Matlock, Derbyshire, England
Bright metallic grey galena. Collector Philip Rashleigh wrote in his mineral catalogue 126 Lead Ore shot in the form of a leaf called Thorn-Leaf Lead Ore. Matlock. Galena is the primary ore mineral of lead. Rashleigh Collection
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TRURI : 1903.1.514
Media ID 18814448
© RIC, photographer Roy Starkey
English Galenite Geology Glance Grey Lead Metal Metallic Midlands Mine Mineral Mining Specimen Sulfide Sulphide
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
Bevelled Wood Effect Framed and Mounted Prints - Professionally Made and Ready to Hang
Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 17.7cm x 24.4cm (7" x 9.6")
Estimated Product Size is 31.2cm x 36.3cm (12.3" x 14.3")
These are individually made so all sizes are approximate
Artwork printed orientated as per the preview above, with portrait (vertical) orientation to match the source image.
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EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the stunning beauty of Galena, a bright metallic grey mineral found in Matlock, Derbyshire, England. The collector Philip Rashleigh once described this particular specimen as "Thorn-Leaf Lead Ore" capturing its unique leaf-like shape. Galena is renowned as the primary ore mineral of lead and holds great significance in the world of geology. The image transports us to the English Midlands, where mining activities have long been intertwined with the region's history. This photograph offers a glimpse into the rich heritage of mining in Matlock and serves as a testament to its importance in shaping local communities. The Royal Cornwall Museum has carefully preserved this remarkable piece from their esteemed Rashleigh Collection. Its sulfide composition gives it an alluring glance that reflects light beautifully. As we admire this galenite specimen, we are reminded of both its industrial value and its aesthetic appeal. Let us appreciate this print for what it represents – not just another commercial product but rather a window into our geological past. It invites us to marvel at nature's ability to create such intricate formations while also acknowledging mankind's role in extracting valuable resources from deep within the earth. In conclusion, this image encapsulates the essence of Galena – a symbol of both natural wonder and human ingenuity – reminding us that even seemingly ordinary minerals can hold extraordinary stories within them.
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