Scheduled MonumentsScotlandRhynie, three symbol stones 60m SE of Manse
Three symbol stones 60m se of manse

Rhynie, three symbol stones 60m SE of Manse

Scotland
HES SM84
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Three symbol stones 60m se of manse
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Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Rhynie Symbol Stones is a collection of three Pictish carved stones located approximately sixty metres south-east of Manse in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. The stones date to the Early Medieval period, likely between the sixth and eighth centuries, and represent important examples of Pictish symbol art from north-east Scotland. The carved symbols on these monuments, typical of the Pictish tradition, include abstract and zoomorphic designs that reflect the distinctive artistic and cultural identity of the Pictish peoples. These stones contribute significantly to our understanding of Pictish settlement, religious practice, and artistic expression in the region during the Early Medieval period.

Rhynie, three symbol stones 60m SE of Manse is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM84. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Rhynie, three symbol stones 60m SE of Manse?

Rhynie Symbol Stones is a collection of three Pictish carved stones located approximately sixty metres south-east of Manse in Aberdeenshire, Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM84.

Who is responsible for protecting Rhynie, three symbol stones 60m SE of Manse?

Rhynie, three symbol stones 60m SE of Manse 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 SM84.

What other scheduled monuments are near Rhynie, three symbol stones 60m SE of Manse?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Bell Knowe, cairn, Rhynie (0.2 km), Craw Stane, symbol stone and enclosure 575m E of Mains of Rhynie (0.4 km), Nether Wheedlemont,stone circle 80m NNE of (2 km).

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