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Knock y Doonee Ogham Stone (Manx Cross 5)

Archaeology

This stone pillar was found during excavation of the chapel (IOMHER 0343.00) in 1911. It stood just to the west of the chapel, not far from the doorway in the west gable. standing in a keeill. It bears an ogham inscription along one edge and an inscription in Roman capitals on one face, 'AMMECAT FILIUS ROCAT HIC IACIT'. Both record the burial of Ammecatus, son of Rocatus. The stone is now on display in the Manx Museum.

Connections

Book Chapters

  • Parish: Andreas
  • Sheading: Ayre
  • Grid Ref: NX4040002170

Sources

  • Isle of Man Heritage Environment Record
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