What is recorded here

Formerly located within the SE quadrant of an ecclesiastical enclosure (LF013-034001-), this cross-inscribed pillar is now in St Mel’s College (see LF013-034003-) in Longford town (LF013-026----). It comprises a large, rectangular, limestone pillar (H 2.45m; Wth 0.35m; T 0.25m) on which a simple Latin cross is carved in relief. In the angles of the arms of the cross, the stone has been cut away to give a ringed effect. The stem is decorated with a transverse groove. Compiled by: Patrick F. O'Donovan, Caimin O'Brien Date of upload: 6 June 2013

Dated to the early Christian period (5th–9th century), the incised cross at Aghafad likely served a religious or commemorative function, possibly marking a sacred space or burial site. Such crosses are often associated with early monastic activity and may reflect Christianization or local Christian tradition in the area.

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