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Standing stone in Duncummin

Standing stone

What is recorded here

In a locally prominent position on top of a broad gently sloping rise in gently undulating pasture on the summit of the external bank of a bowl-barrow (TS057-015001-). There are excellent views in all directions. A sandstone standing stone (0.85m x 0. 35m; H 1m) rectangular in plan and orientated NW-SE. The stone leans to the SW. Packing stones are visible on the SW side of the base. The surface of the stone is weathered. Compiled by: Jean Farrelly Date of upload: 26 August 2011
Probably dating to the Neolithic or Early Bronze Age, this standing stone may have had ritual or commemorative significance, possibly linked to the adjacent bowl-barrow. Its prominent position suggests it was used for ceremonial purposes or as a territorial marker.

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