Experts on natural stone are seeking a special recognition for one of the icons of Wales – its slate.
The BBC writes:
Slate. It is part of the look and feel of Wales, and now there are efforts to have its iconic status more formally recognised on the international stage.
Experts want it listed as one of the great natural stones to have had an impact on human culture the world over.
Since Roman times, the quality of Welsh slate has made it a premier building material, with top architects still demanding it for prestige projects.
This makes it a candidate for ‘Global Heritage Stone Resource‘ status.
Other rocks that will be considered are likely to include one or two of those exquisite Italian marbles, such as Carrara, and that other redoubtable British building block – Portland stone.
The case for many is being made in a special session here in Vienna this week at the European Geosciences Union (EGU) General Assembly.
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