Cross-slab in Áth An Charbaill

This rath and Man-made underground passage are located on a N facing slope overlooking the Lispole valley. Three ogham stones and a cross-slab were reused in the construction of the Man-made underground passage. (4) (KE054-006003-) The exposed face of the cross-slab bears 2 plain crosses in circles, one above the other. The stems of both crosses continue beyond the circles and have bifurcated terminals. The above description is derived from J. Cuppage, ‘Corca Dhuibhne. Dingle Peninsula archaeological survey. Ballyferriter. Oidhreacht Chorca Dhuibhne’ (1986), no. 285. In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload: 6 August 2013

The cross-slab likely dates to the Early Christian period (5th–9th century AD) and was repurposed in a later structure, suggesting continuity of sacred or symbolic use of the site. Its presence alongside ogham stones indicates a transition from pre-Christian to Christian traditions in the area.