Scheduled MonumentsScotlandLargo Parish Church,cross slab
Cross slab

Largo Parish Church,cross slab

Scotland
HES SM820
Site type
Cross slab
Nation
Scotland
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Scheduled area

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Overview

History & significance

Largo Parish Church cross slab is a carved stone monument housed within Largo Parish Church in Fife, Scotland. The cross slab belongs to the Early Medieval period, reflecting the Christian monument traditions of Scotland during the early centuries following the establishment of the church. Such cross slabs are characteristic of the Pictish and early Christian period in Scotland, typically serving as grave markers or monuments of religious significance. The stone bears carved relief decoration typical of Early Medieval Scottish ecclesiastical monuments, contributing to the archaeological understanding of Christian practice and artistic expression in medieval Fife.

Largo Parish Church,cross slab is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM820. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Largo Parish Church,cross slab?

Largo Parish Church cross slab is a carved stone monument housed within Largo Parish Church in Fife, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM820.

Who is responsible for protecting Largo Parish Church,cross slab?

Largo Parish Church,cross slab 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 SM820.

What other scheduled monuments are near Largo Parish Church,cross slab?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Sir Andrew Wood's Tower, Largo House (0.4 km), Pitcruvie Castle (1.5 km), Standing Stones of Lundin, Lundin Links (2 km).

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