What is recorded here

In the heart of Sceilg Mhichíl, a weathered cross stands as a silent sentinel, its stone worn smooth by centuries of wind and rain. This ancient marker, though modest in size, carries the weight of forgotten prayers and the memories of those who walked these sacred grounds. Its presence bridges the gap between the mortal and the divine, inviting reflection on the timeless nature of faith and the enduring spirit of humanity.

Cross described in 1996 as follows; 'The shaft of this tall stone cross tapers inwards as it rises. A portion of the head has broken off. It stands on the Monks' Graveyard [KE104A001046-] H: 0.7m W: 0.27m T: 0.09m' (O'Sullivan and Sheehan 1996, 289, no. 948 (64)). The cross features two short arms. See attached drawing of cross taken from The Iveragh peninsula: an archaeological survey of South Kerry'. Cork University Press (1996) Fig. 180. 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. 948. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Revised by: Caimin O'Brien Date of revised upload: 10 March 2022

A high cross at Sceilg Mhichíl, built by early Christian monks, dates to the 7th–9th century. It is associated with the monastic settlement and reflects the Hiberno-Celtic artistic tradition, significant as a rare surviving example from a remote island monastery.

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