Hi All,
In Reference to what is carved on the various examples:
Harp and shamrock self explanatory
The Dog is an Irish Wolf hound a historical hunting dog from Ireland and features a lot in Irish mythology. (very similar in size and looks to a great Dane).
The tower is know as a "Round Tower" and are to be found by monasteries and were used in the time of the Viking raids as a place of refuge for monks.
Google "Glendalough round tower" and you will se a beautiful example still standing
That is a beautiful example of workmanship shown by Mac Cathain
Regards
Ken
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