Cross-slab in Clonmacnoise

Clonmacnoise grave-slab inventory (1992) number: CLN00525 Dimensions: H 0.295, W 0.195, T 0.06 A large fragment with a broad line running across it. No inscription. Evidence of discovery: Macalister 1898-1905. Condition: Very worn fragment.. 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

This cross-slab fragment likely dates to the early medieval period, associated with the monastic site of Clonmacnoise. It may have originally formed part of a Christian grave marker or ecclesiastical monument, reflecting the area's religious significance from the 6th century onwards.