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Black marble headstone
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Haribo | Report | 21 Mar 2011 22:49 |
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Can anyone please tell me if it is possible for the wording on a headstone to be erased and started again? The black marble headstone with gold writing is 10 years old, The family would like to rewrite the whole stone. Many Thanks |
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MarieCeleste | Report | 21 Mar 2011 22:56 |
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I think you may be better to address your question to a monumental stonemason, at least you'll get an experienced reply. |
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KathleenBell | Report | 21 Mar 2011 23:00 |
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As MarieCeleste has suggested you would probably be better asking a professional, although I would think it would probably be just as expensive as buying a new headstone. |
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Lindsey* | Report | 21 Mar 2011 23:20 |
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I asked a mason once what happened if he made a spelling mistake, he said he would have to shave the surface and start again, so yes I believe it is possible. |
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Haribo | Report | 22 Mar 2011 09:03 |
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Thanks for your replies/suggestions, much appriciated. |
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K | Report | 22 Mar 2011 12:59 |
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You may also need the permission of the authority that runs the churchyard/cemetery if the wording differs from that already approved. |
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