Drosten Stone, Medieval stone carving at St Vigeans Museum, Scotland
The Drosten Stone measures 1.84 meters in height and 0.55 meters in width, displaying intricate carvings on multiple faces with detailed animal figures and patterns.
The stone was discovered before 1845 as a floor slab in St Vigeans Church, with its upper fragment integrated during the church restoration in 1871.
The carved decoration features a central cross filled with patterns, winged figures, and scenes of hunting with stags and hounds representing Pictish traditions.
The St Vigeans Museum opens Tuesday through Thursday and Saturday from April to September, with guided tours available from 10 AM to 4:30 PM.
The stone contains one of eight known Roman script inscriptions from Pictland, featuring the names Drosten, Uoret, and Forcus in half-uncial letters.
Location: Angus
GPS coordinates: 56.57656,-2.59002
Latest update: March 26, 2025 21:51
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