{"product_id":"granite-memorial-plaque-engraved-photo","title":"Granite Memorial Plaque with Engraved Photo and Background","description":"\u003cp\u003eSome places carry a person in them: the garden they planted, the house where every holiday began, the view they loved from the porch.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eThis plaque keeps that place forever. We engrave the whole photograph, its background and every detail, in polished black granite, together with their name, the dates and the words you choose. When you visit, you will see not only their name but the world they loved, and for a moment it will feel like home again.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"lv-acc\" style=\"border-top:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.15);padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:1.15em;\"\u003eWhy families choose it\u003cspan class=\"lv-ico lv-plus\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lv-ico lv-minus\"\u003e−\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eThe whole picture, not just a face.\u003c\/strong\u003e We engrave the complete photo: a landscape, a house, a church, people together or any detailed scene, with its background.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWe check your photo first.\u003c\/strong\u003e Not every photo works in stone. Send it to us and we will tell you honestly how it will look before you order.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNatural black granite.\u003c\/strong\u003e 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eEngraved with a diamond needle.\u003c\/strong\u003e Every line is cut into the stone point by point with a diamond needle, so the design will not peel, fade or wash off.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"lv-acc\" style=\"border-top:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.15);padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:1.15em;\"\u003eYour personalization\u003cspan class=\"lv-ico lv-plus\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lv-ico lv-minus\"\u003e−\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdiv style=\"background:#f4f1ea;border-radius:8px;padding:14px 16px;margin:12px 0;\"\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFree design preview before we begin.\u003c\/strong\u003e Send us the photo and tell us the name, the dates and, if you like, a short line of text. We arrange the photo and the text together on the plaque. We prepare a design preview and send it to you free of charge, and we start engraving only after you approve it.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"lv-acc\" style=\"border-top:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.15);padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:1.15em;\"\u003eDetails\u003cspan class=\"lv-ico lv-plus\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lv-ico lv-minus\"\u003e−\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSizes: 8 × 12 in (20 × 30 cm), 12 × 16 in (30 × 40 cm)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDesign: a whole photo with background, plus text\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eThickness: 0.6–0.8 in (1.5–2 cm), ± 2 mm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eMaterial: natural black granite, polished front\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eEngraving: diamond needle, black and white: the design appears in light tones on the polished black stone\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePackaging: multi-layer protection and a reinforced box, so your plaque arrives safely. Every parcel is insured.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"lv-acc\" style=\"border-top:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.15);padding:14px 0;\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:1.15em;\"\u003eCare and use\u003cspan class=\"lv-ico lv-plus\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lv-ico lv-minus\"\u003e−\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eGranite is made for the outdoors: sun, rain and frost do not harm it.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eTo clean, wipe with a soft damp cloth and a little mild soap. Avoid abrasive cleaners and hard brushes so the polish stays intact.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePlace 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.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"lv-acc\" style=\"border-top:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.15);padding:14px 0;border-bottom:1px solid rgba(0,0,0,0.15);\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;font-size:1.15em;\"\u003eFAQ\u003cspan class=\"lv-ico lv-plus\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lv-ico lv-minus\"\u003e−\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"lv-acc\" style=\"padding:10px 0;border-top:1px dashed rgba(0,0,0,0.12);\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhat kind of photo do I need?\u003cspan class=\"lv-ico lv-plus\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lv-ico lv-minus\"\u003e−\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eA 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 \u003ca href=\"mailto:lumenvitaelv@gmail.com\"\u003elumenvitaelv@gmail.com\u003c\/a\u003e, and we will tell you honestly how it will look in stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"lv-acc\" style=\"padding:10px 0;border-top:1px dashed rgba(0,0,0,0.12);\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWhich size should I choose?\u003cspan class=\"lv-ico lv-plus\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lv-ico lv-minus\"\u003e−\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe make this plaque in two sizes, so a whole photo has enough room. Choose 8 × 12 in (20 × 30 cm) for most photos, or 12 × 16 in (30 × 40 cm) for the most detail: the larger the stone, the more detail the engraving can hold.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"lv-acc\" style=\"padding:10px 0;border-top:1px dashed rgba(0,0,0,0.12);\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWill the photo be in color?\u003cspan class=\"lv-ico lv-plus\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lv-ico lv-minus\"\u003e−\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eNo. We engrave with a diamond needle, so the photo appears in black and white, in light tones and shades of grey on the black stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"lv-acc\" style=\"padding:10px 0;border-top:1px dashed rgba(0,0,0,0.12);\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eOnly want a portrait?\u003cspan class=\"lv-ico lv-plus\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lv-ico lv-minus\"\u003e−\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eSee our \u003ca href=\"\/products\/custom-granite-memorial-plaque-portrait-icon-text\"\u003eplaque with a portrait, an icon or text\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"lv-acc\" style=\"padding:10px 0;border-top:1px dashed rgba(0,0,0,0.12);\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eHow long does it take?\u003cspan class=\"lv-ico lv-plus\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lv-ico lv-minus\"\u003e−\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eWe 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.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"lv-acc\" style=\"padding:10px 0;border-top:1px dashed rgba(0,0,0,0.12);\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eCan I return it?\u003cspan class=\"lv-ico lv-plus\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lv-ico lv-minus\"\u003e−\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003eBecause 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 \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/returns-refunds-policy\"\u003eReturns \u0026amp; Refunds Policy\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003cdetails class=\"lv-acc\" style=\"padding:10px 0;border-top:1px dashed rgba(0,0,0,0.12);\"\u003e\u003csummary style=\"cursor:pointer;font-weight:600;\"\u003eWill I have to pay import duties or taxes?\u003cspan class=\"lv-ico lv-plus\"\u003e+\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"lv-ico lv-minus\"\u003e−\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/summary\u003e\u003cp\u003ePossibly. 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 \u003ca href=\"\/pages\/customs-duties-import-taxes\"\u003eCustoms Duties \u0026amp; Import Taxes\u003c\/a\u003e page.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e\u003c\/details\u003e","brand":"Lumen Vitae LV","offers":[{"title":"8 × 12 in (20 × 30 cm)","offer_id":67789240631525,"sku":"T3-Photo 20x30cm","price":200.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true},{"title":"12 × 16 in (30 × 40 cm)","offer_id":67789240664293,"sku":"T3-Photo 30x40cm","price":215.0,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0795\/2777\/2389\/files\/IMG_39371.png?v=1792780772","url":"https:\/\/lumenvitaelv.com\/products\/granite-memorial-plaque-engraved-photo","provider":"Lumen Vitae LV","version":"1.0","type":"link"}