Celtic Cross

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Celtic Cross
Celtic Cross

The Kinord Stone, which can now be viewed on the shores of Loch Kinord, is the best example of a Celtic symbol stone in Britain. Carved in granite, this beautiful Celtic Cross is believed to have dated back to the ninth century AD. It is thought that is was commissioned by St Fumoc to furnish a small chapel at Kinord. Others suggest that the stone dates back to the days of Malcolm Canmore, 11th century, when the aforementioned chapel was consecrated by his wife, Queen Margaret - later St Margaret of Scotland. Indeed, there are remains of a small, rectangular building close by, but no evidence to prove that it was ever a chapel.

The original location of the cross is sadly lost, as the stone was moved to a safe location in 1820. It was returned 100 years later and thought to occupy a site very close to the original.

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Taken on: September 19, 2012
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