Church Bay, Crosshaven, Cork County, Munster, Ireland
Small sceptre quartz from Church Bay. Specimen is 28mm in height.
© Dr Richard Unitt
Salmon-pink, albite crystals (to 2mm) associated with quartz and minor 'chlorite' from 'Alpine-Type' fissures.
This view is taken on the rocks to the east of Church Bay looking towards Roches Point Lighthouse. Anyone who has sailed into Cork Harbour will recognise this landmark. Collecting in this area can be dangerous and care should be taken to observe tidal conditions.