Scheduled MonumentsScotlandStrathmiglo Churchyard,symbol stone
Symbol stone

Strathmiglo Churchyard,symbol stone

Scotland
HES SM4017
Site type
Symbol stone
Nation
Scotland
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Overview

History & significance

Strathmiglo Churchyard symbol stone is a Pictish monument carved with symbolic designs typical of Early Medieval Scotland. The stone dates to the Early Christian period, likely the 6th to 8th centuries, and represents an important example of Pictish artistic and cultural expression in Fife. The carved symbols on the stone reflect the religious and social significance of the site within the wider Pictish kingdom of Fortriu. The monument's presence in the churchyard demonstrates the continuity of sacred use at this location from the Pictish period through the medieval Christian era and into the present day.

Strathmiglo Churchyard,symbol stone is a scheduled monument protected by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4017. View the official record →

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Questions & answers

What is Strathmiglo Churchyard,symbol stone?

Strathmiglo Churchyard symbol stone is a Pictish monument carved with symbolic designs typical of Early Medieval Scotland. It is designated a Scheduled Ancient Monument by Historic Environment Scotland under reference SM4017.

Who is responsible for protecting Strathmiglo Churchyard,symbol stone?

Strathmiglo Churchyard,symbol stone 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 SM4017.

What other scheduled monuments are near Strathmiglo Churchyard,symbol stone?

Several scheduled monuments lie within 10 km, including Corston Tower,towerhouse and dovecot (1.1 km), Easter Nether Urquhart, cairn 980m ENE of (2.4 km), Chancefield Wood earthworks, SE of Chancefield (2.8 km).

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