Cross-slab in Clonmacnoise

Clonmacnoise grave-slab inventory (1992) number: CLN00122 Dimensions: H 0.133, W 0.14, T 0.02 A four-armed marigold pattern loops aound the two line circular frame . The cross of arcs is emphaised by a line connecting the petals. No inscription. Evidence of discovery: OPW 1954-58 Condition: Weathered fragment. Part of one arm remains. National Monuments Service, Photo number: 81-394. 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–10th century AD), reflecting Christian symbolism and decorative styles common in monastic Ireland. The marigold pattern and cross design may signify a Christian cross slab, possibly marking a burial or religious site associated with the monastic settlement of Clonmacnoise.