Custom Granite Memorial Plaque with Portrait, Icon or Text
Custom Granite Memorial Plaque with Portrait, Icon or Text
✍️ Design approval: before production we email you a mockup of the engraving. We start only after you approve it.
🛠 Production: 2–5 business days after mockup approval.
🚚 Tracked delivery from Ukraine: Europe 3–10 days, USA & Canada 7–14 days.
There are faces we will never forget, and words we still want to say to them.
A plaque keeps both. Their name, the dates that hold a whole life, a portrait that still looks back at you, or a holy icon that watches over them. Engraved in polished black granite, it stays when we have to leave: on the headstone, in a memorial garden or on a home altar, a quiet place to stop, to remember and to say what the heart still holds. Every design is prepared for you and approved by you before we engrave a single line.
Why families choose it+−
- Natural black granite. Solid polished stone, 0.6–0.8 in (1.5–2 cm) thick. It does not fade, crack or rot outdoors, in sun, rain or frost.
- Three ways to remember. A portrait from your photo, a holy icon such as Christ or the Virgin Mary, or text only: a name, dates and an epitaph.
- Engraved with a diamond needle. Every line is cut into the stone point by point with a diamond needle, so the design will not peel, fade or wash off.
- Three sizes. From a small plaque for a niche or a home altar to a large one for a headstone.
Your personalization+−
Details+−
- Sizes: 6 × 8 in (15 × 20 cm), 8 × 12 in (20 × 30 cm), 12 × 16 in (30 × 40 cm)
- Design: portrait, holy icon or text only
- Thickness: 0.6–0.8 in (1.5–2 cm), ± 2 mm
- Material: natural black granite, polished front
- Engraving: diamond needle, black and white: the design appears in light tones on the polished black stone
- Packaging: multi-layer protection and a reinforced box, so your plaque arrives safely. Every parcel is insured.
Care and use+−
- Granite is made for the outdoors: sun, rain and frost do not harm it.
- To clean, wipe with a soft damp cloth and a little mild soap. Avoid abrasive cleaners and hard brushes so the polish stays intact.
- Place the plaque on a headstone ledge, lay it in a memorial garden or stand it on a home altar. To fix it to a headstone, use outdoor sealant adhesive for stone, sold at any hardware store.
FAQ+−
Which size should I choose?+−
The 8 × 12 in (20 × 30 cm) plaque is our most popular size for a cemetery. The 6 × 8 in (15 × 20 cm) plaque suits a niche or a home altar. The 12 × 16 in (30 × 40 cm) plaque gives the most room for detail and text.
What kind of photo do I need?+−
A sharp, well-lit photo works best: the original file from your phone or camera rather than a screenshot or a photo of a printed picture. The engraving is black and white, so contrast matters more than color. Not sure if your photo will work? Send it to us before ordering at lumenvitaelv@gmail.com, and we will tell you honestly how it will look in stone.
Can I have two people on one plaque?+−
Yes. See our double memorial plaque for two.
Can you engrave a whole photo with its background?+−
Yes. For a landscape or a detailed scene, see our plaque with an engraved photo.
How long does it take?+−
We send you a design preview within 2 business days. Once you approve it, we make your plaque in 2–5 business days (Monday to Friday). Estimated delivery after shipping: USA and Canada 7–14 days, Europe 3–10 days, other regions up to 21 days. Every parcel ships with a tracking number.
Can I return it?+−
Because every plaque is made for you, it cannot be returned if you change your mind. If it arrives damaged, or differs from the design you approved because of our mistake, we will make it right. See our Returns & Refunds Policy.
Will I have to pay import duties or taxes?+−
Possibly. We ship from Ukraine, so customs in your country may charge import duties, VAT or handling fees when the parcel arrives. These charges are not included in the price or the shipping cost and are paid by the recipient. The amount is set by your local customs office, so we cannot influence or predict it. If you are unsure, please check your country's import rules before ordering. More details are on our Customs Duties & Import Taxes page.