Cross-slab in Clonmacnoise

Clonmacnoise grave-slab inventory (1992) number: CLN00038 Dimensions: H 0.29.5, W 0.30, T 0.065 Outline cross in a single line frame. Part of an inscription survives above the frame. Inscription: 'EC' Evidence of discovery: Macalister 1949 Condition: Fragment. Part of two cross arms and inscription. National Monuments Service, Photo number: 81-1360. 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

Cross-slab in Clonmacnoise is likely from the early medieval period, associated with Christian monastic activity in the area. The inscription "EC" may represent an initial or dedication, though its exact meaning remains uncertain.