Types of Headstones and Markers Available

If requested, this new marker will be furnished in lieu of a traditional Government headstone or marker to those veterans that died on or after November 1, 1990, and whose grave is marked with a privately purchased headstone or marker.

We estimate the new marker will be available in spring 2009 and we will begin accepting applications at that time.

Important: This benefit is only applicable if the grave is marked with a privately purchased headstone or marker. In these instances, eligible veterans are entitled to either a Government-furnished headstone or marker, or the new medallion, but not both.

If you think you may be interested in applying for the medallion, we will begin accepting applications after the design has been approved and the contract awarded. Application instructions will be posted on this website. If, after seeing the final medallion design, you change your mind, you will still have the option to apply for Government-furnished headstone or marker.

Please continue to monitor this site for updated information regarding this new benefit.

UPRIGHT TYPES:

These headstones are 42 inches long, 13 inches wide and 4 inches thick. Weight is approximately 230 pounds. Variations may occur in stone color, and the marble may contain light to moderate veining. (Shown is the Upright Marble)

Upright Marble or Upright Granite

FLAT TYPES:

The flat bronze grave marker is 24 inches long, 12 inches wide, with 3/4 inch rise. Weight is approximately 18 pounds. Anchor bolts, nuts and washers for fastening to a base are furnished with the marker. The government does not furnish a base.

The flat granite and flat marble grave marker is 24 inches long, 12 inches wide, and 4 inches thick. Weight is approximately 130 pounds. Variations may occur in stone color; the marble may contain light to moderate veining. (Shown is the Flat Granite)

Bronze

Flat Granite or Flat Marble

 BRONZE NICHE:

NOTE: Pre-World War I Era Headstones and Markers - In addition to the headstone and markers pictured, two special styles of upright headstones are available for Civil War era veterans - one for those who served with the Union Forces and another for those who served with the Confederate Forces. Requests for these special styles should be made in block 27 of the application. It is necessary to submit detailed documentation that supports eligibility.