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Graveslab in Gracedieu

Graveslab

What is recorded here

There are two inscribed 16th-century graveslabs to the N (c.20m) and W (c.6m) of the remains of the nunnery (DU 007-015001-) contains a worn inscription around the margin (dims. L 1.6m, Wth 0.85m, T 0.45m). The western graveslab bears an incised cross with a stepped base and floriated arms. Compiled by: Geraldine Stout Updated by: Christine Baker Date of upload: 29 November 2014
16th-century Christian graveslab; associated with a nunnery. Significance lies in its historical and ecclesiastical context, reflecting post-medieval funerary practices.

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