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Cross-inscribed pillar in Laragh West

Cross-inscribed pillar
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Situated on the cliffs above Lough Ouler to the S of the summit of Tonelagee. A mica-schist pillar (H 1.38m; Wth 0.46m; T 0.09m) inscribed with a Latin cross on each face. That on the W face (dims. 0.13m x 0.25m) is slightly more distinct than that on the E side (dims. 0.16m x 0.09m); each is cut to a depth of about 10mm. (Information c. Manning, OPW) The above description is derived from the published 'Archaeological Inventory of County Wicklow' (Dublin: Stationery Office, 1997). In certain instances the entries have been revised and updated in the light of recent research. Date of upload/revision: 17 December 2008

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