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Cloven Stane

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Cloven Stane is a prominent coastal rock feature in the Shetland Islands, likely of Old Red Sandstone origin, dating to the Devonian period around 400–360 million years ago. It is notable for its distinctive split or cloven appearance, possibly shaped by ancient faulting or erosion along a joint plane, and may have local cultural or historical significance.

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