| Title | नीलाश्म - Nīlāśma (Bluestone)नीलाश्म Nīlāśma |
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| Description | Nīlāśma (Bluestone) is a dark, fine-grained igneous rock, typically basalt or dolerite. It exhibits high compressive strength (150-200 MPa) and density (2.7-3.0 g/cm³), making it suitable for foundations and paving. Victorian bluestone is known for its durability and resistance to weathering. |
| Tags | नीलाश्म Nīlāśma Bluestone Basalt Victoria Quarry |
| Material ID | INHFMAT-706506107-20-11-25-NS |
| URI | https://www.inheritage.foundation/aat/material/bluestone |
| API Endpoint | https://inheritage.foundation/api/v1/aat/materials/bluestone |
| Total Sites | 1 |
| Primary Sites | 0 |
| Created | November 20, 2025 |
| Last Updated | November 20, 2025 |
| Types | Igneous Rock Extrusive Rock |
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| Regions | Victoria, Australia |
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| Sources | Various quarries in Victoria, Australia |
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| Properties | Compressive strength: 150-200 MPa Density: 2.7-3.0 g/cm³ Water absorption: <1% Grain size: Fine-grained |
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| Uses | Foundation stones Paving Load-bearing walls Cladding |
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| Materials | चूना - Chunā (Lime Mortar) बालू - Bālū (Sand) |
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| Styles | Victorian architecture |
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| Categories | Temple Public Buildings |
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| Notes |
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| Site Name | Status | Usage | Confidence |
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| Hare Krishna Temple Melbourne Albert Park | Secondary | 100% |