Cross-slab in Clonmacnoise

Clonmacnoise grave-slab inventory (1992) number: CLN00329 Dimensions: H 0.36, W 0.302, T 0.044 Outline expansional cross with median line, looped semicircular terminals with fret patterns, (upper terminal very worn but apparently similar) and a central expansion with triple arm spiral. The stone appears to have been squared off for reuse. Inscription: Two letters from a vertical inscription survive 'U M'. Evidence of discovery: Condition: Very worn. Right arm damaged and stem broken off. National Monuments Service, Photo number: 81-179. 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 (8th–10th century AD), consistent with other Christian cross-slabs from Clonmacnoise. The design suggests a liturgical or commemorative function, possibly marking a grave or religious site.