Monument Shapes

Standard Monument Categories

Monuments come in a variety of designs, but most can be categorized into four main types. Our monument counselors are available to guide you through the different sizes and colors we offer. If you don’t find the shape you have in mind here, don’t worry—stone offers endless possibilities! We also have additional unique shapes in our exclusive collection. Be sure to ask your monument counselor for more details.

Upright Monument

Typically, Upright Monuments consist of two main pieces. The upright portion (called a die or tablet) and the bottom portion (called a base). Flower vases are a common option and can be added on one or both ends.

Slanted Monuments

A Slant Monument has a steeply angled face, but the back is perpendicular. The top of the slant is much thinner than the bottom. Slants may be used by themselves, or they may be placed on a base. Two major sub-categories exist – the traditional style has a front nosing and the western style (or full face) does not.

Beveled Marker

Bevels, also called ‘pillow’ or ‘hickey’ markers, are very simple memorials. The most common style, which is shown here, has a straight angled top surface. The back is generally 2 inches taller than the front.

Grass Marker

Grass Markers, known as flat, flush, or lawn level markers, derive the name from the fact that they are normally installed into the ground, with only the top face showing. They are the simplest form of granite memorial and they are typical all straight without angled surfaces.