What is recorded here
A sandstone graveslab (L 2m; Wth 0.39-0.56m; H 0.15m) is E of Kilberry parish church (ME018-022----) and has a floriated cross incised with double lines and fleur-de-lis terminals. A rectangular hole (dims 0.21m x 0.21m) has been cut into the wider end of the slab.
Compiled by: Michael Moore
Date of upload: 6 June, 2014
High cross slab, early medieval period (probably 9th–11th century). The floriated cross and fleur-de-lis terminals indicate Christian symbolism and craftsmanship typical of the Irish high cross tradition.
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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