Rhynie Pictish Symbol Stone, Aberdeenshire

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Authors: Douglas.Ledingham
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Abstract

Rhynie, St Luag's Churchyard, Rhynie, Aberdeenshire, Scotland. 1.3m tall, is irregularly shaped but has been well prepared for the carving. It carries a depiction of the head of a "beast", in this case probably intended to represent a seal or an otter, and it also carries a typical abstract Pictish symbols, a double disc and Z-rod, mirror and a comb. 7th century. Canmore 319702 Source: Objaverse 1.0 / Sketchfab

Fields of Study & Subjects

Ancient and Medieval Archaeology Studies Archaeology and ancient environmental studies Archaeology and Rock Art Studies

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Journal / source
Zenodo (CERN European Organization for Nuclear Research)
Publication date
24 July 2026
Language
EN
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