Inscription
[A]NM CALUMANN MAC[. . .
Ogham reads along the stemline — usually bottom to top on standing stones. How to read Ogham →
Discovery: before 1945
Findspot: Canburrin (Ceann Boirinn https://www.logainm.ie/en/22094), Co. Kerry, Ireland (ITM coordinates (approximate): 449673, 576651)
Last recorded location(s): in situ
National Monuments Service SMR ID: KE080-045----
Object type: Pillar
Material: Sandstone
Dimensions:
Letters:
Transcription: [A]NM CALUMANN MAC[…
Plan Your Visit
The Ceann Boirinn | Canburrin (I-KER-100) stone is one of Ireland's finest early medieval monuments — and well worth the journey. Whether you're a dedicated epigrapher, a history enthusiast, or simply someone who loves exploring ancient places, seeing a 1,500-year-old inscription in person is an experience unlike any other.
Use the map and coordinates on this page to navigate directly to the stone's recorded location. Many Ogham stones are in rural churchyards or open countryside — sturdy footwear is recommended.
Bring a camera with a good zoom for inscription detail. Raking light (early morning or late afternoon) makes Ogham strokes far easier to see and photograph. A notebook for rubbings or sketches adds to the experience.
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