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Olaf Liotulfsons Cross, runic inscribed

Archaeology

This 10th-century Runic inscribed cross, now kept in Ballaugh Church, was found in the churchyard.


The cross is beautifully carved and has a partially rounded head. The interlacing of the cross-head and choice of patterns indicate the influence of Gaut.  It bears the Runic inscription 'Thorlaf, the son of Thorjolf, erected this cross to his son Olave'.


The cross is now inside the church in front of the south wall. It bears an inset numbered bronze plaque no 106.  It measures1.15 metres high and has a maximum width of 52 centimetres, a minimum width of 33.6 centimetres and is 5.7 centimetres thick.

Ballaugh Church

Connections

Book Chapters

  • Parish: Ballaugh
  • Sheading: Michael
  • Grid Ref: SC3405095710

Sources

  • Isle of Man Heritage Environment Record
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