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Torridonian Sandstone (1kg)

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Torridonian Sandstone from Loch Kishorn, Scotland. The sandstone of pre-cambrian age and among the oldest rocks found in the British isles and gets its name from Torridon where it is found. Supplied by weight, sizes vary.

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Torridonian Sandstone from Loch Kishorn, Scotland. The sandstone of pre-cambrian age and among the oldest rocks found in the British isles and gets its name from Torridon where it is found. The specimens appear red in colour like other desert sandstones but due to it’s age is much harder. Available by weight, supplied in a polyhtene bag in lots of 1 kilograms with a data label.

Weight 1100 g

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