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La Croix de Beaune-les-Mines is a monumental cross located in Limoges, Haute-Vienne department, in the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region. It is distinguished by its quadrilobic crowning, typical of medieval or post-medieval Christian crosses, although its exact period of construction is not specified in the available sources. It is located on the square of the church of Beaune, now known as the Church of St.Christophe Square, in a historical district of the city.

Classified as historical monuments by decree of 30 July 1910, this stone cross bears witness to the importance of religious symbols in the limougeaud public space. Its ranking reflects a desire to preserve local heritage, characteristic of the cultural policies of the Third Republic in France. Today, the cross belongs to the municipality of Limoges, which manages and preserves it. Its conservation status and accessibility are not detailed in the sources, but its protected status suggests a recognized heritage value.

Available sources, including Wikipedia and the Merimée base, highlight its architectural and historical interest, without providing information about its sponsor or the precise circumstances of its creation. The approximate location, noted as "mediocre" (level 5/10) in the Monumentum database, indicates that uncertainties remain as to its exact location or initial historical context. This cross is part of a wider set of Christian monuments in the region, reflecting the religious and cultural heritage of Limousin.

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