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Standing stone in Knockymullgurry

Standing stone

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Likely dating to the Bronze Age, the stone's alignment and prominent position suggest it may have had ritual or territorial significance. No specific folklore is recorded, but its visibility implies it could have functioned as a marker or ceremonial site.

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On W slope of the Blackstairs mountains, c. half way up, at the foot of scree covered area. Prominent views in all directions except to the E which is blocked by the mountain. Aligned N-S, irregularly shaped granite stone (E face: max. H 2.26m; min. H 1.41m; Wth at base 0.99m; Wth at mid-point 0.9m. W face: max. H 2.65m; Min. H 1.64m; Wth at base 1.05m), with large quartz vein in upper portion visible on both E and W faces. Rectangular lower half which tapers inwards from c. mid point from N to S. Roughly rectangular S and N facing sections which taper slightly towards the top. Possible packing stones visible at base of W face. Compiled by: Claire Breen Date of upload: 26 January 2012
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