Cross-slab in Clonmacnoise

Clonmacnoise grave-slab inventory (1992) number: CLN00083 Dimensions: H 0.36, W 0.28, T 0.055 Surviving part of tow arms and centre of cross show an outline cross with median line, rectangular termianls and square centre inside a single line rectilinear frame. The central crosslet has slightly splayed arms. No inscription. Evidence of discovery: Macalister 1898-1905 Condition: Flaked fragment with centre and part of two arms of cross. National Monuments Service, Photo number: 81-488. The Clonmacnoise inventory was compiled by the Office of Public Works. A copy of the record for this slab is available for inspection in the relevant Archaeological Survey of Ireland (SMR) file. Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien. Date of upload: 23 May 2011

9th- to 10th-century AD; the cross-slab likely served a Christian funerary or commemorative function, reflecting the monastic heritage of Clonmacnoise. Its design aligns with High Cross tradition, possibly symbolizing both spiritual and territorial identity.