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Early Medieval · Inscribed Stone

Inscribed Stone & Early Gravestones in St Michael's Church

Carmarthenshire, Wales
Cadw SAM CM071
Period
Early Medieval
Site type
Inscribed Stone
Broad class
Religious, Ritual and Funerary
Nation
Wales
Boundary

Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Inscribed Stone and Early Gravestones in St Michael's Church is a collection of Early Medieval inscribed stones and grave markers held within the church at Carmarthen. The stones date from the Early Medieval period and represent important evidence of Christian burial practice and commemorative traditions in medieval Wales. These inscribed stones are significant archaeological finds that illuminate the religious and funerary customs of the region during the early post-Roman period. The assemblage is protected as a scheduled ancient monument and remains an important resource for understanding the development of Christian communities in Carmarthenshire.

Inscribed Stone & Early Gravestones in St Michael's Church is a scheduled monument protected by Cadw under reference CM071. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Inscribed Stone & Early Gravestones in St Michael's Church?

Inscribed Stone and Early Gravestones in St Michael's Church is a collection of Early Medieval inscribed stones and grave markers held within the church at Carmarthen. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Cadw under reference CM071.

What period does Inscribed Stone & Early Gravestones in St Michael's Church date from?

Inscribed Stone & Early Gravestones in St Michael's Church dates from the early medieval period, and is classified as a inscribed stone. It is one of over 32,000 scheduled monuments protected across Britain.

Who is responsible for protecting Inscribed Stone & Early Gravestones in St Michael's Church?

Inscribed Stone & Early Gravestones in St Michael's Church is a Scheduled Ancient Monument, legally protected by Cadw — the body responsible for designating and safeguarding heritage sites in Wales. The official designation reference is CM071.

What other scheduled monuments are near Inscribed Stone & Early Gravestones in St Michael's Church?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Crug y Bedw, S of Blaen-Rhyd-Fedw (5.9 km), Castell Du Castle Mound (6.1 km), Crugyn Amlwg, Mynydd Trebeddau (6.3 km).

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