Rights Managed > Royal Cornwall Museum > Museum Objects > Minerals
Galena, Sphalerite, Bitumen and Fluorite, Ashover, Derbyshire, England
Filename: TRURI-1903-1-546.tiff
Size: 4382 x 3264 (22.1MB)
Date: 21st March 2019
Source: Royal Cornwall Museum
County: Derbyshire
Location Name: England
© RIC, photographer Roy Starkey
Wall Art and Photo Gifts from Royal Cornwall Museum
Galena, Sphalerite, Bitumen and Fluorite, Ashover, Derbyshire, England
Grey galena, brown sphalerite, black bitumen and colourless fluorite. Collector Philip Rashleigh wrote in his mineral catalogue: 306 Lead Ore with semitransparent brown Blend and globules of Black Mineral Pitch in all the cavities with Fluor near Ashover. Galena is the primary ore mineral of lead. Rashleigh Collection
Royal Cornwall Museum is the UK's Greatest Museum For Cornish Life & Culture
TRURI : 1903.1.546
Media ID 18814458
© RIC, photographer Roy Starkey
Black Colourless English Galenite Geology Glance Grey Lead Metal Metallic Midlands Mine Mineral Mining Specimen Sulfide Sulphide Asphalt Blend Blende Flour Fluorspar Halide Pitch Spar Zinc
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases a remarkable geological specimen found in Ashover, Derbyshire, England. The image features an exquisite combination of minerals including grey galena, brown sphalerite, black bitumen, and colourless fluorite. Renowned collector Philip Rashleigh eloquently described this mineral composition in his catalogue as "306 Lead Ore with semitransparent brown Blend and globules of Black Mineral Pitch in all the cavities with Fluor near Ashover". Galena takes center stage as the primary ore mineral of lead, while sphalerite adds a touch of earthy elegance with its rich brown hue. Bitumen brings depth to the composition with its striking black presence resembling pitch or asphaltum. Lastly, the delicate fluorite crystals add a touch of ethereal beauty to this already mesmerizing ensemble. The photograph not only captures these stunning minerals but also pays homage to the mining heritage prevalent in England's Midlands region. This unique piece from the Rashleigh Collection serves as a testament to both nature's artistry and mankind's fascination with extracting valuable resources from deep within our planet
MADE IN THE USA
Safe Shipping with 30 Day Money Back Guarantee
FREE PERSONALISATION*
We are proud to offer a range of customisation features including Personalised Captions, Color Filters and Picture Zoom Tools
SECURE PAYMENTS
We happily accept a wide range of payment options so you can pay for the things you need in the way that is most convenient for you
* Options may vary by product and licensing agreement. Zoomed Pictures can be adjusted in the Cart.
