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Barrow — ring-barrow in Coolnagillagh Upper

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Barrow — ring-barrow in Coolnagillagh Upper
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On high level pasture, with commanding views to N and NW over Blackwater River valley and E over Owenbaun River valley. Circular area (diam. 8m) enclosed by shallow fosse (D 0.3m; Wth 4m) and outer earthen bank (max. H1m). Bank highest to W and N; low points to SW and NE may mark possible entrances. Slightly raised interior, has poorly defined edge with gradual rise towards centre. Site planted with coniferous trees. Second ring-barrow (7870) c. 12m to S. The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Cork. Volume 3: Mid Cork' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1997). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload/revision: 14 January 2009

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