Cross

Found during an archaeological excavation in 1985 immediately outside E gable of Teaghlach Éinne (GA119-020001-). Damaged limestone cross head (>0.52m across arms, H 0.5m) with deep cusps and ring. A crucifixion scene appears on one face and the other is decorated with knotwork (Manning 1985, 118-19, Fig. 29 (b), Fig. 32 (a) and (b)). (See GA111-029002- for its present location.) The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Galway Vol. I - West Galway'. Compiled by Paul Gosling (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1993). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Updated by: Olive Alcock Date of revised upload: 5 February 2016

A damaged limestone high cross, built in the early medieval period (likely 9th–11th century), featuring a crucifixion scene and a ringed cross with deep cusps; found near Teaghlach Éinne, its dedication or builder is not recorded.