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Sigurd Slab

Archaeology

The Sigurd Slab is one of a group of cross slabs dating to the 6th to 12th centuries AD which have been found at or near St Patrick's church, Jurby. This slab was found in 1890.


It is a slab carved with wheel-headed shafted cross on each face with interlace, bird, animal and human figures showing the story of Sigurd.  It  measures 213 centimetres by 50.8 centimetres by 16.2 centimetres.  It is kept in the north porch of Jurby Church.

Jurby Church

Connections

Book Chapters

  • Parish: Jurby
  • Sheading: Michael
  • Grid Ref: SC3495098480

Sources

  • Isle of Man Heritage Environment Record
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