Invereen Stone, Pictish stone artifact in Highland, Scotland
The Invereen Stone is an ancient carved stone artifact found in Highland, Scotland, displaying multiple incised symbols across its surface. The rock stands as a physical record of early artistic expression from the northern regions of Britain.
The stone was discovered in 1932 during agricultural work and dates to the 7th and 8th centuries. It provides evidence of artistic practices among early communities in this region of Scotland.
The stone carries symbols that demonstrate the complex communication methods and artistic skills of the Pictish people in eastern Scotland.
The stone is housed in the National Museum of Scotland in Edinburgh where visitors can view it alongside other early carved artifacts. This museum location makes it accessible to those interested in early artistic traditions.
One of the symbols on the surface shows damage, and researchers debate what it originally represented. This uncertainty keeps the piece an ongoing subject of study for those trying to understand how early communities conveyed meaning.
The community of curious travelers
AroundUs brings together thousands of curated places, local tips, and hidden gems, enriched daily by 60,000 contributors worldwide.
