What is recorded here
The rectangular granite font (ext. dims 0.64m x 0.6m; H 0.41m; int. dims 0.43m x 0.42m; D c. 0.3m) from Kilmacree church (WX042-032001-), c. 600m to the S, is now at the remains of Ballykelly Roman Catholic church (WX042-033001).
Compiled by: Michael Moore
Date of upload: 24 May, 2013
The font, originally from Kilmacree church and now located at the remains of Ballykelly Roman Catholic church, is a rectangular granite baptismal font dating to the early Christian period, likely 8th to 10th century. It is significant as a rare surviving example of early Christian ecclesiastical architecture and craftsmanship in the region.
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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