Mineral and rock collection (GTK geoexhibition)

Summary of dataset content: Samples of minerals, rock types, gems and precious stones that are displayed in the GTK rock museum or other exhibition venues.
Original application: Obtaining a representative sample collection from Finland and abroad for the purpose of exhibiting. Also serves as a reference dataset for research.
Geographical information product related to the dataset:
Analysis information for the dataset:
Volume: 5,100 of which approximately 3,000 are exhibited
Resolution (sample density):
Geographic coverage: Samples taken from Finland and abroad
Sampling years (time reference): 1900-
Physical form and storage conditions for the samples:
Sample identification: Sample code
Resource address: Virtual museum pilot coming soon
Location of the dataset: Espoo, Kuopio
Keywords: minerals, rock types, gemstones, precious stones, gold nuggets
Historical information:
Availability and terms of use / Public availability restrictions: Exhibition open to the public
Responsible organization: Geological Survey of Finland, geodata_gtk.fi
Metadata date: 2015-04-15