BGS reference collection of mineral samples

About 1500 mineral specimens derived from former Overseas Geological Survey and Atomic Energy Division collections, supplemented by additions e.g. c.400 worldwide asbestos mine samples. Many unusual species are represented. The collection is accessed via a card index and via the BGS Britrocks database.

Data and Resources

  • The BGS Homepage is an entry point to the BGS data services.

Additional Info

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Last Updated January 30, 2026, 08:12 (UTC)
Created November 13, 2025, 13:40 (UTC)