Cross-slab in Clonmacnoise

Clonmacnoise grave-slab inventory (1992) number: CLN00493 Dimensions: H 0.17, W 0.14, T 0.06 Double outline cross (?) with either a square centre or stepped terminal. No inscription. Evidence of discovery: Davis 1984. Condition: Only a small fragment remains.. 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 early Christian period, associated with monastic settlement at Clonmacnoise. Likely used as a grave marker or commemorative monument, reflecting Christian symbolism in a ritual or funerary context.