Scheduled MonumentsScotlandCothill,symbol stone 600m NE of Craigmyle House
Symbol stone 600m ne of craigmyle house

Cothill,symbol stone 600m NE of Craigmyle House

Scotland
HES SM68
Site type
Symbol stone 600m ne of craigmyle house
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Cothill Symbol Stone is a prehistoric carved stone located 600 metres northeast of Craigmyle House in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. The stone bears carved symbols characteristic of Pictish art tradition, likely dating to the early medieval period, approximately the first millennium AD. Such symbol stones are among the most distinctive monuments of Pictish culture and served functions that remain partially enigmatic, though they may have marked territorial boundaries, commemorated individuals, or served ritual purposes. The stone represents an important example of the material culture and artistic traditions of the Picts in the northeast of Scotland.

Cothill,symbol stone 600m NE of Craigmyle House is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM68. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Cothill,symbol stone 600m NE of Craigmyle House?

Cothill Symbol Stone is a prehistoric carved stone located 600 metres northeast of Craigmyle House in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM68.

Who is responsible for protecting Cothill,symbol stone 600m NE of Craigmyle House?

Cothill,symbol stone 600m NE of Craigmyle House 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 SM68.

What other scheduled monuments are near Cothill,symbol stone 600m NE of Craigmyle House?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Glassel,stone circle,Bogarn Wood (2.8 km), Hill of Bandodle, farmstead 210m SSE of (4.6 km), Auchmore Farm, hut circle 80m NW of (4.9 km).

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