Cross-slab in Clonmacnoise

Clonmacnoise grave-slab inventory (1992) number: CLN00004 Dimensions: H 0.57, W 0.38, T 0.05 Linear cross in a single line circular frame with four circular depressions in each of the quadrants. No inscription. Evidence of discovery: OPW 1954-58 Condition: Very worn. National Monuments Service, Photo number: 81-49, 54. The Clonmacnoise inventory was compiled by the Office of Public Works. A copy of the record for this slab is available for inspection in the relevant Archaeological Survey of Ireland (SMR) file. Compiled by: Caimin O'Brien. Date of upload: 23 May 2011

Probably dates to the early medieval period (5th–10th century). The cross-slab likely had a Christian funerary or commemorative function, with the circular depressions possibly representing symbolic or ritual significance, though their exact purpose remains unclear.