What is recorded here
In the S quadrant of Templeboodin graveyard (WI010-011003-). A granite slab (L 1.45m; Wth 0.58m) tapering towards the W end (Wth 0.36m) which contains a single latin cross in low relief (L 0.54m; Wth 0.47m) formed by a raised band (Wth 0.1m; H 0.003m). At the E end is a Greek cross (34 x 34cm) also in low relief formed by a raised band (Wth 0.09m: H 0.002m). The slab is broken at this point and the break extends diagonally across the intersection of the arms of the cross.
Compiled by: Gearóid Conroy and Matt Kelleher
Date of upload: 14 December 2012
Christian graveslab, medieval period (c. 12th–16th century), significant as a rare surviving example of early stone-carved crosses in an unrecorded location, reflecting local ecclesiastical traditions.
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- What survives
- Recorded monument
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