Mouns Jones House 1716 datestone

Photo #1 is a c. 1957-1965 image of the original datestone after collapse of roof in c.1957. 2d Photo was taken after 1965-72 restoration, on a bedstone in niche under stone lintel; roof and upper wall masonry have been re-constructed. Photo #6 show the relief inscription on the restored date-stone restored date-stone, after its rescue and return to the site after having been "lost" [see footnote "{n}" in record no. MJHPH6.] The inscription lettering and numerals mean: I[ngeborg] and M[ouns] [I (for J)ones] 1716. These designations are framed in animal bones, apparently symbolic of welcoming and shared bounty. Larry Ward, updated May, 2022 and May 2023