What is recorded here
In a graveyard (SL020-054002-), located 5m S of the SW corner of the church (SL020-054001-). Comprises a shale slab (H 0.60m, Wth 0.42m tapering to 0.36m, T 0.05m-0.65) inscribed with a cross that has T-shaped terminals. This is centrally positioned. It has been dated on stylistic grounds to between AD. 600 and 800 (Timoney 1966-71, 81-88).
Compiled by: Geraldine Stout
Date of upload: 14 August 2013
Cross-slab in Kilmacowen is likely of early medieval Christian origin, dating to between the 8th and 11th centuries. The T-shaped cross terminations suggest a regional Insular Christian style, possibly associated with a local ecclesiastical site or memorial.
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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