Headstone Engraving and Lettering
As part of funeral planning is the decision on what to write on the headstone itself. There are no right or wrong answers to this, and as with gravestone design, color, and material, it should be chosen according to the deceased person's beliefs and lifestyle.
Images: Many families include images or symbols that represent their and their loved one's beliefs. The most common example of this is religious symbols like a Christian Cross or the Star of David.
Fonts: On any design, fonts will have a major impact on the final look. Traditionally, Roman or script type fonts are used for headstone inscriptions, but if you are unsure of what to choose, expert stonemasons will be able to help you.
Content: Again, this is deeply personal, and many families take this opportunity to make a stressful experience into a moment of reflection, introspection and celebration of life, coming together to think of the inscription on their loved one's grave. Whether you decide to go with a simple name and date, or a longer epitaph, an experienced headstone maker will be able to help you get the exact gravestone you are looking for.
Images: Many families include images or symbols that represent their and their loved one's beliefs. The most common example of this is religious symbols like a Christian Cross or the Star of David.
Fonts: On any design, fonts will have a major impact on the final look. Traditionally, Roman or script type fonts are used for headstone inscriptions, but if you are unsure of what to choose, expert stonemasons will be able to help you.
Content: Again, this is deeply personal, and many families take this opportunity to make a stressful experience into a moment of reflection, introspection and celebration of life, coming together to think of the inscription on their loved one's grave. Whether you decide to go with a simple name and date, or a longer epitaph, an experienced headstone maker will be able to help you get the exact gravestone you are looking for.