Mr. John Barker

Died Oct 24, 1704

Buried at Mount Vernon

Transcription

Here lies the body of M_r. John Barker who departed this life Oct_r 24 1704 in the 78 year of his age


Surveyed On
April 10, 2023
Stone Type
slate
Tympanum
skull
Border
A two-line border encases the outer edge of this stone. Three illustrated panels surround the tablet section. The panels depict the stems and leaves of the flowers in the upper corners.
Remark
The tympanum has two design elements. The sideways-oriented oval shape of the skull has round eye sockets, a triangular nasal cavity, and tile-like teeth. The wings on either side of the skull have two layers with leading edges and secondaries.
Physical Status
straight less_than_20_degrees
Intelligibility
readable
Biological Contaminants
medium incursion
Cleaning Type
brushed

Buried among fellow family members

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