Cross-slab in Clonmacnoise

Clonmacnoise grave-slab inventory (1992) number: CLN00467 Dimensions: H 0.25, W 0.295, T 0.04 A single line circular frame divided by a linear cross into four quarters. In each there is a circle with a linear cross with wedge shaped terminals inside. No inscription. Evidence of discovery: Du Noyer Condition: Part of upper part sheared away, frame damaged. National Monuments Service, Photo number: 81-351? 397, 673 Lionard, Early Irish Grave-slabs, PRIA 60(1959-60), p 137, Fig 27, no. 6. 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

Probably early Christian period, 7th to 10th century AD, associated with the monastic site of Clonmacnoise. The cross-slab likely had a liturgical or commemorative function, reflecting Christian symbolism and possibly linked to burial or ritual practices.