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Scorodite, Tincroft Mine, Illogan, Cornwall, England
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Scorodite, Tincroft Mine, Illogan, Cornwall, England
This specimen was drawn for Specimens of British Minerals, Selected from the Cabinet of Philip Rashleigh (1797, Volume 1, Plate 9, Figure 3) which states Is copper ore of a dull olive-green colour, with oval serrated crystals of copper ore, mineralized with arsenic. c One of the crystals magnified. From Tincroft. Scorodite is a secondary mineral resulting from the oxidation of arsenopyrite or other arsenic bearing species. Rashleigh Collection
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TRURI : 1903.1.831
Media ID 19177431
© RIC, photographer A.G. Tindle
Black Brown English Geology Green Grey Iron Mine Mineral Mines Mining Orange Specimen Arsenic Orthorhombic
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This print showcases a remarkable specimen of Scorodite, extracted from the depths of Tincroft Mine in Illogan, Cornwall, England. The image is a reproduction of an illustration originally featured in "Specimens of British Minerals" curated by Philip Rashleigh in 1797. The copper ore depicted here exhibits a subdued olive-green hue and boasts oval serrated crystals that are intricately mineralized with arsenic. One crystal has been magnified to reveal its exquisite details. Originating from Tincroft, this particular sample exemplifies the formation of Scorodite as a secondary mineral resulting from the oxidation process involving arsenopyrite or other arsenic-bearing species. The Rashleigh Collection at Royal Cornwall Museum proudly houses this extraordinary piece, which offers valuable insights into geology and minerals. Its orthorhombic structure displays shades ranging from brown and orange to black, grey, and green. Andy Tindle's expert photography captures the essence of this geological wonder with precision and finesse. As you gaze upon this print, allow yourself to be transported back through time to witness the intricate beauty hidden within Cornwall's historic mines. Let your imagination wander amidst nature's artistry while contemplating the fascinating interplay between iron, arsenic compounds, and their transformation into stunning scorodite formations.
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