Cross-slab in Clonmacnoise

Clonmacnoise grave-slab inventory (1992) number: CLN00121 Dimensions: H 0.18, W 0.14, T 0.03 Double outline cross of arcs with V-shaped terminals inside a two line circular frame. In between the cross arms are two petals formed by a single line coming from the centre of the cross and ending in a V-shape. No inscription. Evidence of discovery: Davis 1984 Condition: Fragment. Part of two cross arms and frame. National Monuments Service, Photo number: 81-1471. 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 7th to 10th century. The cross design reflects Insular artistic traditions and may have had a liturgical or commemorative function, common in monastic sites like Clonmacnoise.