Slate
Penrhyn Quarries Ltd
Category
Stone
Date
Unknown
Materials
Slate.
Measurements
760 x 580 x 7 mm
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Penrhyn Castle, Gwynedd
NT 1700894
Summary
Slate. A slate cut in Penrhyn Quarry. Most sizes were given specific names, this one being 'Queen'. 'Queen' slates are those larger than an 'Empress' (26in.x 16in.) and can be up to 36in. x 24in. They would be cut for special purposes.
Makers and roles
Penrhyn Quarries Ltd, producer