Cross-slab in Clonmacnoise

Clonmacnoise grave-slab inventory (1992) number: CLN00535 Dimensions: H 0.26, W 0.25, T 0.04 Outline cross (?). No inscription. Evidence of discovery: Davis 1984. Condition: Fragment.. 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

Dated to the early Christian period (5th–9th century AD), this cross-slab likely served as a grave marker or commemorative monument, reflecting the Christian heritage of Clonmacnoise. Its outline cross and lack of inscription suggest a simple devotional or funerary function.