Cross-slab in Clonmacnoise

Clonmacnoise grave-slab inventory (1992) number: CLN00272 Dimensions: H 0.54, W 0.50, T 0.045 Double outline cross with circular terminal expansions which jut into the three line frame. Each terminal contains a roundel as does the lozenge shaped centre. The frame has a fret pattern. Inscription: Below the lower line of the frame is part of an inscription 'SE' (?). Evidence of discovery: Macalister 1949. Condition: Badly worn and flaked, left arm and frame broken. National Monuments Service, Photo number: 81-9, 427, 156, 833, 838 Lionard, Early Irish Grave-slabs, PRIA 60(1959-60), p 128, Fig 21, no. 7. 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 9th to 10th century AD, reflecting the early Christian tradition in Ireland. The cross-slab may have served as a grave marker or commemorative monument, with the roundels possibly symbolizing the sun, eternity, or the soul's journey.