Cross-slab in Clonmacnoise

Clonmacnoise grave-slab inventory (1992) number: CLN00271 Dimensions: H 0.741, W 0.61, T 0.05 Double outline cross in a double outline frame. Cicrular expansions at the end of the cross interrupt the frame. Like the central expansion they are made up of two concentric circles with a central hollow. Inscription: Above the frame in an inscription 'PRESCELL' preceded by an initial cross. Evidence of discovery: Macalister 1898-1905. Condition: Left side damaged and lower right corner missing. National Monuments Service, Photo number: 81-153, 819 Lionard, Early Irish Grave-slabs, PRIA 60(1959-60), p 128, Fig 21, 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

9th- to 10th-century Christian cross-slab, likely associated with the monastic settlement of Clonmacnoise. The design may reflect liturgical or commemorative use, with symbolic Christian iconography.