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Medieval Christian graveslab, 11th–13th century. Its presence in Clonca church indicates early monastic or ecclesiastical activity in the area.
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In Clonca church (DG012-002001-). This plain, rectangular graveslab (L 2.12m; Wth 0.91m; T 0.14m) lies on the ground at the E end of the church. The inscription, carved in 10 regular lines, fills the upper half of slab, and names Charles Davenport esquire, who died in 1697, and his wife Margaret.
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DG012-002013-_01.JPG Graveslab viewed from SE
DG012-002013-_02.JPG Inscription on graveslab
Compiled by: Jane O'Shaughnessy
Date of upload: 28 October 2021
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