When purchasing a monument from Michael A. Angelicola Stone Carving, customers have the option to purchase from our inventory of pre-carved monuments of Michael's design or to work with Michael to have him create a custom monument to match your own design wishes. There are benefits to purchasing either type of monument.
The headstones in our inventory are already made and you know exactly what you are getting. These pre-carved monuments can be available for lettering and installation much sooner than a custom monument if timing is a consideration.
A custom headstone is often more expensive and if the material has to be ordered, cut and carved it can be a long wait for a grieving family. However, if you have a specific design in mind and have the time available to wait for the monument to be produced, this could certainly be the right option for you.
If you plan to purchase a custom monument, it's important to understand that an image you may have in your mind of a design may not perfectly match what can actually be carved in stone. Michael will communicate with families to ensure they understand if the vision they have in their mind might be different than what a carved image might actually appear as.
Contact us any time to describe your considerations (budget, timing, design) and whether a custom or inventory monument is the best option for you and your family.