Cross-inscribed stone (present location) in Unknown Townland

This is the present location for this stone that was formerly in the graveyard at Tully (see DU026-023020-). It consists of a granite block (0.74m long, 0.53m wide and 0.20m thick) with a cross-in-circle carved in false relief. The carving is not central to the stone and comprises an equal-armed cross set within a circle (diam. 0.33m). Part of the circle and one of the arms of the cross are defaced. One long side and the two ends of the stone have been dressed to a straight edge whereas the other long side and the rear of the stone have been left rough. There is no sign that the stone has been broken at either end, implying that this is its original intended shape and size. The stone is in the care of the Office of Public Works. (Corlett 2014, 102) Compiled by: Paul Walsh Date of upload: 20 May 2015

This cross-inscribed stone likely dates to the early medieval period, associated with Christian symbolism and possibly used as a memorial or waymark. The cross-in-circle motif is commonly found in Irish and British standing stones, often linked to ecclesiastical or territorial contexts.