Cadfan Stone, Early medieval stone monument in Tywyn, Wales
The Cadfan Stone measures 2.18 meters in height, 0.25 meters in width, and 0.2 meters in depth, displaying inscriptions on all four sides.
This seventh to ninth century stone contains the earliest known Welsh language inscriptions, recording names and relationships of individuals from medieval Wales.
The memorial stone features text about Tengr who married Adgan, along with mentions of Bud and Marciau, providing insights into medieval Welsh society.
Visitors can examine this protected ancient monument inside St Cadfan's Church in Tywyn, where it stands under heritage conservation regulations.
Nancy Edwards conducted detailed analysis of the stone's four sides, revealing intricate inscriptions that document early medieval Welsh language development.
Location: Gwynedd
GPS coordinates: 52.58800,-4.08530
Latest update: March 14, 2025 05:35
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