Cross-slab in Clonmacnoise

Clonmacnoise grave-slab inventory (1992) number: CLN00295 Dimensions: H 0.255, W 0.26, T 0.05 Outline cross with median line, blank circular central expansion and a larger than semi-circular terminal. No inscription. Evidence of discovery: Davis 1984. Condition: Fragment with part of centre and arm of cross. National Monuments Service, Photo number: 81-189, 948. 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 Insular Christian art traditions and may have served as a grave marker or commemorative monument, common in monastic sites like Clonmacnoise.