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Graveslab in Aglish (decies Within Drum By.)

Graveslab

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Located in the NW angle of Aglish church (WA034-003001-). Power (1898a, 205) records a graveslab of Edward Ryan that was buried in the NW angle of the church. It had a 'floriated' cross, and the largely indecipherable inscription was on two sides of the stone and in panels at the foot of the cross. It is not visible now. Power, Rev. P. (1898a) Ancient ruined churches of Co. Waterford, WAJ 4, 83-95, 195-219. Compiled by: Michael Moore Date of upload: 01 March 2012
A 10th- to 12th-century high crosses graveslab, associated with early Christian burial practices in Ireland. Its significance lies in the presence of a 'floriated' cross, indicating a connection to medieval Christian art and memorial traditions.

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