What is recorded here
Currently located at the parochial house in Lisdowney. This cross-slab was found in the graveyard (KK009-013002-) associated with the medieval church of Coolcashin (KK009-013001-). A fragment of another cross-slab (KK009-019010-) was also found at this graveyard. See KK009-019009- for a description of this cross-slab.
Compiled by: Jean Farrelly
Date of revised upload: 20 July 2018
Likely dating to the early medieval period (7th–10th century), this cross-slab may have originally served as a Christian memorial or waymarker, reflecting the spread of Christianity in Ireland. Such stones often carried religious symbols or inscriptions, though their specific meaning or folklore is not recorded.
The monument record does not grant public access. Check the route and ask the landowner before entering private land.
- What survives
- Recorded monument
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