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Cross-slab in Clonmacnoise

Cross-slab

What is recorded here

Clonmacnoise grave-slab inventory (1992) number: CLN00067 Dimensions: H 0.76, W 0.35, T 0.05 An outline cross with median cross and semicircular termianl expansions on the outline cross. This large slab has a groove down the lower part of the slab. The majority of the surface is not used. No inscription. Evidence of discovery: Davies 1984 Condition: Cross intact but left side of slab damaged. National Monuments Service, Photo number: 81-1017, 1021, 1022, 1328. 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
Date likely to the early medieval period (7th–11th century AD), associated with Christian monastic activity at Clonmacnoise. The cross-slab may have served as a grave marker or commemorative monument, reflecting the region's rich ecclesiastical heritage.

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