Cross-slab in Clonmacnoise

Clonmacnoise grave-slab inventory (1992) number: CLN00064 Dimensions: H 0.41, W 0.41, T 0.054 Outline cross with stepped centre inside a two line frame, the inner line of which is made up by the cross arms. There are steps in the inner angles of the frame. No inscription. Evidence of discovery: OPW 1954-58 Condition: Weathered. Lower edge of frame damaged. National Monuments Service, Photo number: 81-100, 479, 764. 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

Date likely to the early Christian period (7th–10th century AD). The cross design may have had a liturgical or commemorative function, reflecting the monastic significance of Clonmacnoise.