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Cistern in Sceilg Mhichíl

Cistern

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Cistern described in 1996 as follows; 'A similar recess to (17) [KE104A001058-] is located at the base of the platform on which clochaun E [KE104A001037-] is built. Its ope measures 0.4m wide and 0.35m high' (O'Sullivan and Sheehan 1996, 286, no. 948 (18)). Compiled by: Elizabeth Byrne, Ursula Egan and Sheila Ronan, Archaeological Survey Unit, University College, Cork. Revised by: Caimin O'Brien Date of revised upload: 9 March 2022
A cistern associated with a clochaun on Sceilg Mhichíl; likely medieval in date, reflecting monastic water management practices on the island.

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