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Photographic Print : Cassiterite, Wherry Mine, Wherrytown, Penzance, Cornwall, England
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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
10"x8" (25x20cm) Photo Print
Experience the natural beauty of Cornwall with our exquisite photographic print of "Cassiterite, Wherry Mine, Wherrytown, Penzance, Cornwall, England" by renowned photographer Andy Tindle. This stunning image, now part of the Royal Cornwall Museum's collection, showcases the unique and captivating Cassiterite ore, with its rich brown color and striking black crystals on the surface, intermixed with pristine white quartz. Bring a piece of the enchanting Cornish landscape into your home or office, and let the timeless allure of this natural wonder transport you to the heart of England's ancient mining history.
Printed on archival quality paper for unrivalled stable artwork permanence and brilliant colour reproduction with accurate colour rendition and smooth tones. Printed on professional 234gsm Fujifilm Crystal Archive DP II paper. 10x8 for landscape images, 8x10 for portrait images.
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Estimated Image Size (if not cropped) is 25.4cm x 18.3cm (10" x 7.2")
Estimated Product Size is 25.4cm x 20.3cm (10" x 8")
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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