I have always seen the texture of Celtic Crosses as grey weathered stone. I knew the weathering had happened over the centuries, but what I didn't realise was that the original paint had also disappeared.
Yes, those guys actually painted their Celtic Crosses. Reminded me of native American totem poles. Nothing less.
I only discovered that today in the National Heritage Park in Ferrycarrig.
Blew my mind it did.
Hope it blows yours.