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Wedge tomb in Kilbegnet

Wedge tomb

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On a slight rise in a low-lying landscape. Descirbed in 1978 as a stone gallery (dims. 6.5m E-W; 1. 25m N-S; H up to 1m) with a portico at W, and with an outer line of stones 1m N of the chamber (SMR file). It is no longer visible at ground level. Compiled by: Michael Moore Date of upload: 24 August 2010 See attached document with sketch by Dr Seán Ó Nualláin of the remains (July 1973).
Wedge tomb, dating to the Late Neolithic or Early Bronze Age (c. 2500–1000 BC). Its orientation and construction reflect a regional tradition in Atlantic Europe, with possible ceremonial or funerary significance.

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