Cross-slab in Clonmacnoise

Clonmacnoise grave-slab inventory (1992) number: CLN00057 Dimensions: H 0.52, W 0.32 Outline cross with stepped centre inside a two line frame. An inscription (slightly damaged) runs along the top of the frame and down its right side. Inscription: An illegible inscription survives. Evidence of discovery: Davies 1984 Condition: Very worn and weathered. Somewhat damaged. National Monuments Service, Photo number: 81-113, 466, 726. 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

Early Christian period, likely 8th to 10th century. The cross and inscription suggest a Christian funerary or commemorative function, typical of monastic sites like Clonmacnoise.