Lead times and terms
Lead times and proof-approval cut-offs
Production times by product, proof-approval cut-offs for the busy seasons, and trade account terms. Plan back from the family's date.
Lead times
Lead times by product
Lead times run from the day you approve the proof. Add 7 to 14 days for the proof itself. Permits, freight and, in our setting states, weather can add time.
Markers
Flush, bevel, slant and ledger: 4 to 6 weeks from proof approval
About markersUpright monuments
6 to 8 weeks from proof approval
About upright monumentsCremation memorials
6 to 8 weeks from proof approval
About cremation memorialsBronze
6 to 8 weeks from proof approval
Download the Bronze Catalog (PDF)Columbaria and niches
10 to 12 weeks from proof approval
About columbariaOrder-by calculator
Choose the product and the date the family needs, and we show the latest date to approve the proof.
Seasonal calendar
Proof-approval cut-offs for the busy seasons
Approve the proof by these dates and the memorial can be set in time.
Mother's Day
March 1
Memorial Day
March 15
Father's Day
April 1
Christmas
October 1
Winter and spring in OH, PA, NY and WV
In Ohio, Pennsylvania, New York and West Virginia, foundations close for winter around November 15 and spring setting starts around April 1, weather permitting.
See the service areaTrade terms
Account terms
Ordering and payment terms are in the Retailer Agreement you sign online when you open your account.
Retailer Agreement
Signed online as part of opening your account. Both parties receive the completed copy.
Open an accountPricing
Your price list is in the retailer portal. Partners resell at their own markup; we do not pay referral fees.
Open a trade account
Portal access gives you pricing and online ordering. Questions about terms: sales@gemstonememorials.com, answered within 1 to 2 days.