Possible Arthurian Connection
After its discovery the stone was advanced as possible evidence for the historical basis for the legendary King Arthur, with the name Artognou proposed as a variant of Arthur. The stone's dating fits the general timeframe usually given for an "historical Arthur", and according to a tradition first recorded by Geoffrey of Monmouth, he was conceived at Tintagel Castle. However, Celticist John Koch and others have rejected this idea, arguing against the connection between the names and saying there is no reason to suspect an association with an historical Arthur.
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