Cross-inscribed pillar in Laragh West

Situated on the cliffs above Lough Ouler to the S of the summit of Tonelagee. A mica-schist pillar (H 1.38m; Wth 0.46m; T 0.09m) inscribed with a Latin cross on each face. That on the W face (dims. 0.13m x 0.25m) is slightly more distinct than that on the E side (dims. 0.16m x 0.09m); each is cut to a depth of about 10mm. (Information c. Manning, OPW) The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Wicklow' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1997). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload/revision: 17 December 2008

Probably dates to the early medieval period, associated with Christian symbolism and possibly a marker for a pilgrimage route or territorial boundary. The cross inscriptions may reflect local Christian devotion or serve as a funerary or commemorative monument.