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Rathronan Church

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Rathronan Church
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Freestanding limestone square-plan memorial and tomb of Hamerton family, erected c.1855. Comprises stepped base having inscribed plaques to faces of top step. Multi-part section above having panelled pilasters to corners with inscribed plaques to faces of monument. Floral bosses to corners above with uninscribed plaques in between. Carved cornice to top of monument with urn finial. Monument stands in enclosure having cast-iron railings, in graveyard to ruined church.
This fine monument marks the burial place of the notable Hamerton family of Rathronan House. It is executed in well cut and carved limestone. It also has decorative details and well carved inscriptions.

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