Anderson, Colley And 2 Other Headstones Approx 2-10 Yards South Of Church Of St Andrew

This listing describes a group of four headstones made of sandstone, located approximately 2-10 yards south of the Church of St. Andrew.

From right to left, the headstones are as follows:

1) The first headstone dates to 1736 and features a small tablet with a scrolled pedimented top, where the scrolls frame a skull. The inscription is worn.

2) The second headstone belongs to the Anderson family and dates from 1782 to 1792. It stands about 3 feet high and has a shaped pedimented top that is carved with angels and scrolls.

3) The third headstone is for Robert Colley and dates to the mid-18th century. It has an elaborately shaped and moulded pedimented top, vigorously carved with two angels and wings, along with a skull, crossbones, and hourglass below.

4) The fourth headstone dates to 1741 and features a shaped pedimented top carved with an hourglass and skull, with high relief bones on the reverse side.