What is recorded here

Situated on a NE-facing slope. A rectangular bullaun stone (dims. 0.9m x 0.75m) with a single basin (dims. 0.26m x 0.22m; D 8cm) is built into the wall of Rathgormuck graveyard (WA003-040002-) at the roadside, c. 6m SW of the entrance. (Power 1896b, 15) Power, P. (1896b) The ancient ruined churches of Waterford. WAJ. 2, 2-15, 195-298. Compiled by: Michael Moore Date of upload/revision: 20 October 2010

Likely dating to the early Christian period, the bullaun stone may have been used for ritual purification or as a pilgrim site. Such stones are often associated with holy wells and monastic sites, and local tradition may link it to saintly figures or healing practices.

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