What is recorded here
Gallen’s buried cross emerged during graveyard wall repairs in 1991, likely preserved beneath stone and forgetfulness for generations. It has since moved to the National Museum, carrying with it the quiet mystery of the person or place it once marked.
Graveslab which was discovered during graveyard (OF014-029002-) clean up scheme and found while carrying out repair work to the graveyard wall in 1991. Now housed in the National Museum (Reg. No. 1991:100; Habitat L27A, O. Crypt)
Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien.
Date of upload: 23 May 2011
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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