Basics about the Overall Cost of Memorials and Headstones

A memorial is a lasting physical mark of a dead loved one to us. Therefore, we choose every part of it as like the type of memorial very carefully. Sometimes the types, placement and designs affect the cost very much. You should consider a few things to get to know about the minimum cost of a headstone, memorial or gravestones, and decide what you want to say.

Various Types of Granite

You can find granite in various colors and grades in the market. In the context of color variety, granites of gray color are quite common. On the other hand, granites of blue pearl, aurora red color are rare compared to gray and costly. If you want a long-lasting memorial, then you should buy higher-grade granite because these types of granite have various benefits like density, durability and structural integrity. 

Type and Size of the Memorial

There are varieties in types and sizes and it affects the cost very much. You can get a memorial from a few hundred dollars to a thousand dollars. 

Basic Stone or Lawn-level Memorial

This type of memorial sits flush with the soil.

  • For an individual- $599 and more

  • Companion- $1,199 and more

Bevel

This type of memorial rises a few inches from the ground and has a sloping shape.

  • For individual- $900 and Up

  • Companion-  $1,700 and Up

Slant

This type of memorial is designed at a steep angle so that everyone can see it from a certain distance.

  • For individual- $1,250 and Up

  • Companion- $1,800 and Up

Bronze

This type of memorial is often mounted on a granite base. 

  • For individual- $875 and up

  • Companion- $2,490 and up

Upright Monument

You can customize the shape of the memorial and it is very costly. 

  • For individual- $1,900 and Up

  • Companion-  $2,500 and Up

  • Family monuments- $3,995 and Up

Design of the Memorial

If you want to make the memorial of your loved one truly unique, then you can personalize the design. The size of the words, craftsmanship and various details on the stone makes the memorial special. There a few options to personalize the memorial like,

1.     Ornamental Lettering.

2.   Ornamental Carving and Etching.

Contact Us

If you personalize the memorial of your dear ones, you can contact Southwest Monument. We understand your feelings and we are here to fulfill your needs at an affordable price. We provide many services like designing monuments, gravestones, making porcelain photos, providing various types of vases, granite and marble statues and many more in OKC.

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