Bullaun stone in Ahane (dunkerron North By.)

Resting on its SE end is an irregularly shaped stone (KE064-014003-), measuring .39m x .29m, which features a hemispherical depression, .08m in diameter and .03m deep. The above description is derived from A. O'Sullivan and J. Sheehan (compilers), 'The Iveragh peninsula: an archaeological survey of South Kerry'. Cork University Press (1996), no. 923. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 29 July 2013

A bullaun stone, likely dating to the early Christian or later prehistoric period, often associated with ritual use, such as for grinding holy communion bread or as a site for offerings. Such stones are sometimes linked to local folklore involving saints or healing traditions.