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Wedge tomb in Carriganimmy

Wedge tomb
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Wedge tomb in Carriganimmy
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On gentle sloping shoulder of W-facing slope overlooking Keel River valley. Comprises narrow, partly collapsed gallery (L c. 4.7m; Wth c. 0.6m) aligned WNW-ESE, surrounded by outer walling; sidestones decrease in height from W to E. Gallery covered by three roofstones; slab at E end may be displaced roofstone. Gallery area appears to be dug out; mound to N and S may be spoil. Wedge-tomb (6385) 800m to NE. 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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