Book-Shaped Gravestone Plaque with Cross 2320

Book-shaped grave plaque 2320 — a symbol of a life story completed

The sheet here is cut to the outline of an open book — with a marked spine at the bottom and a slightly bulging upper edge that suggests pages. It is a form that reads at first glance and at the same time one of the roomiest, because the writing area spreads across the full width, not just the center.

The cross stands on the left, in the place where a real book would have an illustration. The book motif is chosen by the families of teachers, librarians and people connected with the Church, but just as often by those who simply want to say that a certain story has been brought to a close.

Model 2320 from the workshop's side

The whole process stays with us: laser cutting, edge grinding, surface finishing and engraving. Nothing goes to a subcontractor, so there is no stage where your order waits in someone else's queue. Thanks to this, we can ship an order within a day of design approval and, for an unusual inscription, tell you right away whether it will fit. That is why you will not find a word about seasonal maintenance in the description — there is simply nothing to maintain.

Facts instead of promises:

• Base material: acid-resistant stainless steel with molybdenum
• Area: mirror-polished, satin matte or gold
• Dimensions: 12x15 cm, 15x20 cm and 19x25 cm
• Mounting kit: pins or double-sided tape, PDF instructions included
• Warranty: ten years, against corrosion

The surface, the first thing you see from the path

Before anyone reads the name, they see how the plaque reflects the light. A mirror-polished finish draws the eye most strongly and works well when the gravestone stands deeper in the section. Satin is more discreet and looks better in the first row, right by the path, where a strong shine can feel intrusive. Gold works as an accent and needs no support from anything else.

Complete kit, instructions as a PDF

We don't ship the plate on its own. The box contains mounting parts matched to the method you choose, plus an illustrated instruction sheet. This is meant for people who install the plaque themselves, but stonemasons appreciate it too, because it saves them the work of improvising. See the full range: stainless steel engraved plaques and gravestone photo frames. For the pins, use a two-part stone adhesive. Silicone eventually lets go and allows moisture into the hole.

What customers ask about model 2320

Can I order a size that is not on the list?

As standard we work in three sizes: 12x15 cm, 15x20 cm and 19x25 cm — because for these we have refined the proportions of graphic and text. We price an unusual size individually, but we warn that it extends the lead time. In most cases one of the ready sizes turns out to be the right one. The chosen size is then shown on the design in true proportions, so you still have a moment to change your mind.

Which finish should I choose for a light-colored gravestone?

Satin, without hesitation. On light sandstone or limestone, a polished finish loses contrast and the plaque becomes hard to read, because the mirror reflects the same light surroundings. A matte surface is calm and stands out clearly. Gold is a good second choice, especially when the stone has a warm tone. It is worth considering what time of day you most often visit the grave, as sunlight changes how the surface looks.

Do you accept orders with dialect or foreign-language text?

Yes, the laser handles every Latin alphabet as well as Cyrillic. For unusual text, please send it as a file rather than retyping it in a message. That way we can be sure every character reaches the plate exactly as it should.

Can a longer inscription be placed on the book shape?

Yes, and it is one of the reasons this model is chosen. The open form gives two natural fields — the left for the symbol, the right for text — and in a larger size the inscription fits comfortably under the dates. Just send us the text and we will suggest how to divide the lines.