What is recorded here
Stands 1m W of GA111-021003-. Poorly preserved, almost square pier (L 1.2m, Wth 1.15m, H 2.5m) originally surmounted by a cross, now displaced. The S face contained two plaques, now displaced, commemorating 'Simon Wig(gi)ns'. Haddon and Browne (1893, 807) give the date as 1845. (Robinson 1980)
The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Galway Vol. I - West Galway'. Compiled by Paul Gosling (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1993).
Date of upload: 05 August 2010
Linked to St. Eine, an early Irish saint associated with several monastic foundations in Munster. The site reflects a tradition of early Christian stone crosses and commemorative plaques, often connected to local pilgrimage or devotional practices.
The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.
- What survives
- Recorded monument
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