Scheduled MonumentsScotlandCairnvickuie,cross incised stone NW of
Cross incised stone

Cairnvickuie,cross incised stone NW of

Scotland
HES SM3306
Site type
Cross incised stone
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Cairnvickuie Cross Incised Stone is an Early Christian monument located in Argyllshire, Scotland, comprising a stone bearing an incised cross design characteristic of early medieval Christian material culture in the West Highlands. The stone dates to the Early Christian period, likely between the sixth and eighth centuries, reflecting the spread of Christianity across Dalriada and the broader Argyll region during this formative ecclesiastical phase. The incised cross motif represents a common form of Christian expression in early medieval Scotland, preceding the development of more elaborate sculptured monument traditions. As a modest but significant example of early Christian stone carving, the monument contributes to understanding the material expression of Christianity in the Hebridean and west coast regions during the early medieval period.

Cairnvickuie,cross incised stone NW of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3306. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cairnvickuie,cross incised stone NW of?

Cairnvickuie Cross Incised Stone is an Early Christian monument located in Argyllshire, Scotland, comprising a stone bearing an incised cross design characteristic of early medieval Christian material culture in the West Highlands. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM3306.

Who is responsible for protecting Cairnvickuie,cross incised stone NW of?

Cairnvickuie,cross incised stone NW of is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Historic Environment Scotland — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Scotland. The official designation reference is SM3306.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cairnvickuie,cross incised stone NW of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Dun Chibhich, fort 400m NW of Druimyeonbeg, Gigha (1.7 km), Dunan Buidhe,dun,Gigha (1.8 km), Cnoc na Carraigh,inscribed stone NE of (3.5 km).

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