Nith Bridge cross
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The Nith Bridge cross (also known as the Boatford cross) is a sculptured Anglo-Saxon cross, near the village of Thornhill, Dumfries and Galloway. It is the best preserved monument of its type in the region, after the Ruthwell Cross,[1] although the arms are missing. It is a Scheduled monument.[2] The cross is made of red sandstone and carved with animal and plant interlace designs in low relief. It is 6 feet 6 inches tall.[3]
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| Nith Bridge cross | |
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  Location within Dumfries and Galloway | |
| 55.240426°N 3.780457°W | |
| NX 86890 95471 | |
| Designated | 14/12/1936 |
| Reference no. | SM680 |