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Cross-slab in Clonmacnoise

Cross-slab

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Date likely to the early medieval period (8th–10th century). The ringed cross may signify Christian symbolism, possibly associated with a burial or memorial in the context of an early monastic site.

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What is recorded here

Clonmacnoise grave-slab inventory (1992) number: CLN00128 Dimensions: H 0.52, W 0.61, T 0.05 Surviving centre and upper cross plus the right cross arm show an outline ring cross with outline ring. The centre may be circular but it is difficult to make out. No inscription. Evidence of discovery: Davis 1984. Condition: Very worn and badly damaged.. 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
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