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Bullaun stone (present location) in Skehanagh (kilbarron Par.)

Bullaun stone (present location)

What is recorded here

Large granite conglomerate boulder (dims. 0.9m x 0.7m x 0.4m) with quartz inclusions containing a deep central depression (diam. 0.5m x 0.32m; D 0.25m), a second depression exists on the underside of the boulder. Originally found in a field beside an old building that was locally believed to have been a possible church. This building was located in the adjoining townland of Carrigagown North. A second bullaun stone (TN009-066001/067) was discovered at the site and was moved to the grounds of the R.C. church in the nearby village of Kilbarron (Newchapel). Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien. Date of upload: 22 September 2008
Likely dating to the early Christian or later prehistoric period, bullaun stones were traditionally used for grinding herbs or sacred objects, often associated with holy wells and ritual practices. The presence of two depressions suggests possible ceremonial or practical use, potentially linked to local folklore or pilgrimage traditions.

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