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NMAS IB 243
O 1312 PO
Description NMAS IB 243
Catalogue Number O 1312 PO
Category Photographs and Off-line Digital Images
Copies SC 537331
Scope and Content Pictish symbol stone, Brough of Birsay, Orkney Off the north-west tip of the Orkney Mainland there is a tidal island known as the Brough of Birsay. Most of the buildings visible there now date to Norse and early medieval times, but previously there was a thriving Pictish community. The symbols, from the top downwards, are the 'mirror-case', the crescent and rod, a Pictish beast, an eagle and three warriors carrying shields and swords. The leader has a curled hairstyle and decorated robe, possibly representing a local chieftain. The relief carving on this stone is very low, suggesting it dates to the 8th century. Earlier Pictish stones had only incised symbols, while later cross-slabs had decoration in bold relief. Source: RCAHMS contribution to SCRAN.
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