Cross-slab in Clonmacnoise

Clonmacnoise grave-slab inventory (1992) number: CLN00221 Dimensions: H 0.205, W 0.28, T 0.075 Double outline ring cross with hollowed angles and probably in a frame. No inscription. Evidence of discovery: Davis 1984. Condition: Fragment with part of centre and two cross arms. National Monuments Service, Photo number: 81-1464. 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 typical Insular Christian art and may have served as a grave marker or commemorative monument, associated with the monastic settlement of Clonmacnoise.