Historical & Geological Context

Characteristic of the Périgord Noir, this warm, ferruginous limestone exhibits honey, amber, and golden-ochre tones. Historically used for both rubble stone walling (moellons) and finely dressed quoins, it pairs harmoniously with steep roofs covered in traditional limestone lauzes or flat terracotta tiles.

Petrographic & Geological Characteristics

Warm golden ferric limestone (Cretaceous Campanian), coarse cellular grain, rich ochre hue.

Lime Mortar & Breathability Compatibility

Strictly breathable aerial lime (CL90) mortar blended with local yellow river sand for authentic regional joints.

Provenance & Historical Sourcing

Dordogne river basin quarries.

Condition Report & Patina

Traditionally laid with warm sand and hydraulic lime mortar.

Ref: MAT-REF-009Reference Monograph

Calcaire Jaune de Sarlat & du Périgord

Dordogne, France (FR)

Catalogue StatusEducational & Conservation Dossier

Non-commercial reference. Not sold or brokered by Le Cercle du Roi.

Historical Era14th to 18th-century French regional manor architecture

Standard Dimensions / CutsAvailable in split walling rubble, calibrated coursed ashlar, and massive lintels

Reference Body / QuarryCarrières du Périgord Noir

FrameworkCurated Educational Dossier

Editorial & Conservation Notice

This material dossier is compiled from public geological surveys, heritage conservation research (BRGM, CTMNC, Historic England, Monumentenwacht), and historical treatises. Inclusion does not constitute a sales offer by Le Cercle du Roi.