Scheduled MonumentsScotlandPitmuies, cross slab 15m WSW of North Lodge
Cross slab 15m wsw of north lodge

Pitmuies, cross slab 15m WSW of North Lodge

Scotland
HES SM153
Site type
Cross slab 15m wsw of north lodge
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Pitmuies, cross slab 15m WSW of North Lodge is a Pictish symbol stone of early medieval date located in Angus, Scotland. The monument consists of a cross slab, a form characteristic of Pictish carved stones from the late first millennium AD, representing a significant phase of Pictish sculptural tradition. Such cross slabs typically bear incised or relief decoration combining Christian and indigenous symbolic elements, reflecting the cultural and religious developments of the Pictish kingdom during the early medieval period. The stone's survival at this rural location near North Lodge contributes to the archaeological record of Pictish settlement and religious practice in Angus.

Pitmuies, cross slab 15m WSW of North Lodge is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM153. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Pitmuies, cross slab 15m WSW of North Lodge?

Pitmuies, cross slab 15m WSW of North Lodge is a Pictish symbol stone of early medieval date located in Angus, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM153.

Who is responsible for protecting Pitmuies, cross slab 15m WSW of North Lodge?

Pitmuies, cross slab 15m WSW of North Lodge 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 SM153.

What other scheduled monuments are near Pitmuies, cross slab 15m WSW of North Lodge?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Friock Mains, pit alignment 270m WNW of (1.9 km), Dumbarrow Hill, dun 230m ENE of Hillkirk (2.6 km), Cairn Knap,cairn (2.8 km).

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