Scheduled MonumentsScotlandDuncroisk, cross-incised rock 325m NE of
Cross-incised rock

Duncroisk, cross-incised rock 325m NE of

Scotland
HES SM10712
Site type
Cross-incised rock
Nation
Scotland
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Duncroisk is a cross-incised rock located approximately 325 metres northeast of Duncroisk in Perthshire, Scotland. The rock bears carved cross motifs characteristic of Early Christian or medieval period rock art found across Scotland. Such cross-incised stones served ritual, territorial, or commemorative functions within early Christian communities, though the precise dating and original context of this particular example remain subject to scholarly interpretation. The monument is recorded within the Historic Environment Scotland database under reference HES INSPIRE SM10712.

Duncroisk, cross-incised rock 325m NE of is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM10712. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Duncroisk, cross-incised rock 325m NE of?

Duncroisk is a cross-incised rock located approximately 325 metres northeast of Duncroisk in Perthshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM10712.

Who is responsible for protecting Duncroisk, cross-incised rock 325m NE of?

Duncroisk, cross-incised rock 325m NE 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 SM10712.

What other scheduled monuments are near Duncroisk, cross-incised rock 325m NE of?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Tirai,settlement and standing stone (0.3 km), Duncroisk,cup & ring marked rocks 450m SSE of (0.6 km), Allt Dhuin Croisg, farmstead (1 km).

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