Cross-slab in Clonmacnoise

Clonmacnoise grave-slab inventory (1992) number: CLN00383 Dimensions: H 0.16, W 0.185, T 0.055 Outline expansional cross with median line and semicircular terminal with fret pattern. Inscription: Part of an inscription: 'ILL'. Evidence of discovery: Macalister 1949. Condition: Worn fragment with part of stem and terminal.. 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

Early Christian period, likely 8th to 10th century. The cross-slab may have served as a grave marker or memorial, reflecting the Christian monastic tradition of Clonmacnoise, with decorative elements symbolizing spiritual protection and eternity.