In 2004, we were commissioned by University College Cork (UCC) to undertake high-resolution 3D laser scanning of their unique collection of 28 Ogam stones and 4 carved stones, including a fine rotary quern and a large
cup-and-ring-marked stone.

Working for the University Heritage Office, we completed the 3D laser scanning of all visible portions of the stones in a mere 5 days.

Laser Scanning Ogam stone 4 at UCC

Flashing forward to 2006, the Ogam & carved stones conservation project is well underway and the stones have been removed from UCC for consolidation and cleaning. During this process, we revisited Cork to acquire data from the backs and bases of the stones previously not visible. All the stones are now back on display in a new layout with new interpretation, fibre-optic lighting and multimedia presentation.

Our work now forms a complete 3-dimensional record of the stones for archival purposes. Future interpretation and display uses are planned also.

Images reproduced courtesy of University College Cork.