Monuments Throughout Time - Gifford Monument
When one thinks about headstones and monuments, the thought of granite slabs or upright slab designs may come to mind. This makes sense because this is the…
Monuments Throughout Time
August 1, 2018
- The Angel of Death
- Weeping Willow Trees
- Ornate Swords
- Broken Columns
The main point of these designs was to represent the person’s social class, occupation, religious values, or other areas of their life that were important to them.
Slate Stone Colonial Graves
In the earlier stages of gravestones, they were usually reserved for use by upper and middle-class individuals. However, during the Colonial era, there was a sharp rise in craftsmen that were handy enough to create grave markers for people of all classes wanting to commemorate the life of a loved one.
One interesting fact about Colonial graveyards is that they were filled in order of need. The current practice of selling lots to families was something that was implemented sometime after.
These gravestones were smaller than the Victorian monuments and were created from softer stones that were easy to cut and carve. However, it was later that monument makers realized that granite materials proved to last longer against the natural elements.
Gifford Monument Practices Modern, Lasting, Headstone Creation
If you or a loved one are planning to create a custom monument, put your trust in the staff at Gifford Monument in Ada, Oklahoma, Wylie, Texas, and Alamogordo, New Mexico. Our manufacturers have the capabilities to create custom headstones or monuments that can fit most desired needs. Contact us today to find out how to start the creative process.
