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Gypsum, Cumberland Mine, Matlock Bath, Derbyshire, England
Filename: TRURI-801-5757.tiff
Size: 4928 x 3264 (17.3MB)
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
Gypsum, Cumberland Mine, Matlock Bath, Derbyshire, England
Curved, fibrous aggregates of gypsum crystals. The crystals are milky white in colour and in the same feathery groups as illustrated in Specimens of British Minerals, Selected from the Cabinet of Philip Rashleigh (1797, Volume 1, Plate 28, Figure 1) which the miners called snow fossil (see TRURI : 1903.1.920). Possibly from the Rashleigh Collection
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TRURI : 801.5757
Media ID 18814434
© RIC, photographer Roy Starkey
English Geology Midlands Mine Mineral Mining Specimen White Cavern Sulfate Sulphate
EDITORS COMMENTS
This print showcases the mesmerizing beauty of Gypsum found in Cumberland Mine, Matlock Bath, Derbyshire, England. The image captures the unique formation of curved, fibrous aggregates of milky white gypsum crystals. These delicate crystals are arranged in feathery groups, resembling snow fossils as described by miners who discovered them. The historical significance of this specimen is highlighted by its resemblance to an illustration featured in "Specimens of British Minerals" from Philip Rashleigh's cabinet collection dating back to 1797. This particular piece might have originated from the esteemed Rashleigh Collection itself. Located amidst the picturesque English Midlands, this geological wonder represents a remarkable find within the mining industry. Its presence within the cavernous depths adds an air of mystery and intrigue to its allure. Gypsum is a sulfate mineral known for its stunning white coloration and distinctive crystal formations. While this print does not mention any commercial use or reference any specific company associated with it, it serves as a testament to nature's artistic prowess and offers viewers an opportunity to appreciate the wonders hidden beneath our Earth's surface. Displayed at Royal Cornwall Museum, this photograph invites us into a world where geology meets artistry—a visual treat that reminds us of both our planet's extraordinary natural history and mankind's fascination with minerals throughout time.
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