Cross-slab in Clonmacnoise

Clonmacnoise grave-slab inventory (1992) number: CLN00280 Dimensions: H 0.41, W 0.31 Outline expansional cross with median line, circular centre and semicircular terminal expansions inside a two line circular frame. No inscription. Evidence of discovery: Davis 1984. Condition: Fragment with part of cross arm/centre/stem/frame.. 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), given the cross-slabs found in the Clonmacnoise area are typically associated with monastic sites. The design suggests a liturgical or commemorative function, possibly marking a grave or serving as a boundary marker.