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Blackman's Cross Slab (Manx Cross 42)

Archaeology

This damaged slab was found in 1900 near the north-west corner of the church during renovations. It had been re-used in a grave. One face shows an almost complete example of a 'cross pattée', a geometric curved cross set in a double circular frame, all drawn with the aid of a pair of compasses. The limbs of the cross are enhanced with three-pointed 'triquetra' knots, and the double ring contains the name 'Blagkmon' carved using Anglian runes.

Maughold Churchyard

Connections

Book Chapters

  • Parish: Maughold
  • Sheading: Garff
  • Grid Ref: SC4929591700

Sources

  • Isle of Man Heritage Environment Record
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