Yes, jet black granite headstones and tombstones are accepted in many cemeteries throughout Maryland, Washington DC, and Northern Virginia. While policies vary slightly by location, most cemeteries allow polished black granite, especially when it meets standard sizing and finish requirements.

Common cemeteries that accept black granite include:

• Parklawn Memorial Park (Rockville, MD)
• King David Memorial Gardens (Falls Church, VA)
• George Washington Cemetery (Adelphi, MD)
• Judean Memorial Gardens (Olney, MD)
• National Harmony Memorial Park (Landover, MD)
• Fort Lincoln Cemetery (Brentwood, MD)

Our team is familiar with local cemetery regulations and can confirm whether black granite headstones or companion tombstones are suitable for your chosen location.

Today, “headstone” and “tombstone” are used interchangeably to describe stone markers placed on a grave. Both refer to memorials that display the name, dates, and inscriptions of the deceased.

Historically:

• A headstone was a stone placed at the head of the grave.
•  A tombstone referred more broadly to any inscribed grave marker.

SB Monuments offers a wide selection of custom granite headstones and tombstones, including upright markers, slant memorials, and double monuments.

Yes, we specialize in custom-designed jet black granite tombstones and headstones for couples and families. Each monument is personalized with your preferred inscriptions, emblems, and layout. We also offer engraving with white lithochrome paint for sharp contrast and clarity.