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Wedge tomb in An Goirtín Fliuch

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Wedge tomb in An Goirtín Fliuch
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On SW-facing slope of S spur of Mweelin Mountain overlooking Bunsheelin River valley. Comprises chamber (L 1.3m; Wth c. 1m) aligned NE-SW, represented by single sidestones to NW and SE and inset backstone at NE end. Sidestones decrease in height from SW to NE. Displaced roofstone rests against NE corner. Two prostrate slabs to SE and two further slabs to W. Chamber area dug out. Traces of possible mound along NW side; some field clearance material along SE side. 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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