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The funerary cross with Plourivo inscription is a medieval monument dating from the 10th century, located in the commune of Plourivo, Brittany. It is located precisely at the so-called Lancerf, in the Côtes-d'Armor department. This cross has been moved to this village, although its original location is not specified in the available sources. Its inscription and form make it a rare testimony of Breton funeral art of that time.

Classified as historical monuments by order of 1 May 1911, this cross is now protected for its heritage value. It belongs to the commune of Plourivo and is referenced in the base Mérimée under cadastre code B 829. Although its state of conservation and accessibility are not detailed, its ranking underscores its historical and cultural importance to the region.

10th-century Brittany was marked by an emerging feudal social organization, where the crosses and funeral monuments played a strong symbolic role, often linked to the Christianization and commemoration of the deceased. These crosses also served as landmarks in the landscape, combining collective memory and religious practices. The cross of Plourivo fits in this context, although the sources do not specify its sponsor or its exact use.

Available data from Wikipedia and Monumentum confirm its historic status and current location. No additional information is provided on any restorations, associated characters, or significant events related to this cross after its classification in 1911. Its approximate address, 5 Bis Rue Alain Barbetorte, allows to situate it geographically, but without precision on its immediate environment.

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