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Architectural Information
  • Building type: Memorial
  • Date of construction: 1845
  • Architect: Not Assigned
  • Listing: B1
  • HB/SMR Ref: HB24/15/011
  • 2nd Survey by EHS: Yes
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The Gillespie Monument, The Square, Comber

Tall square column with statue on platform, supported on large square pedestal with inserts on each face for plaques. Stepped plinth on all sides

Building Stone Information

Stone Type Category: Buff-Pink Sandstone
Primary Stone Type: Scrabo Sandstone
Secondary Stone Type: Castle Espie Limestone
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Stonework Construction: Regular-coursed plain ashlar
Stonework Condition: Sandstone is generally in good condition but deterioration is present at the corners and edges of blocks due to the use of hard cement mortar
Condition Assessment (QUB): 2

 

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