Cross-slab in Clonmacnoise

Clonmacnoise grave-slab inventory (1992) number: CLN00228 Dimensions: H 0.67, W 0.36, T 0.045 An unusual outline cross with hollow angles and four line ring (concentric circles) with lozenge shaped centre containing a roundel. The angles also have roundels. It is inside a frame decorated with fret pattern. Inscription: 'AILBE' is inscribed across the upper arm of the cross inverted in relation to the cross. Evidence of discovery: OPW 1954-58. Condition: Large fragment very badly worn since 1954. National Monuments Service, Photo number: 81-171, 834. 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

Probably dates to the early medieval period (5th–10th century). The cross and circular motifs may have Christian or pre-Christian symbolic significance, possibly marking a burial or sacred site.