Granite Colors for Monuments & Memorials

We serve and install memorials in Wisconsin, Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota, Iowa, Nebraska, and Michigan

Granite Colors

Granite color is one of the key factors that influences the appearance, durability, and cost of a granite monument or memorial. Granite is quarried both domestically and internationally, with certain colors only found in specific regions of the world. Domestic granite is sourced within the United States, while other memorial granite colors come from select overseas quarries where natural stone variations occur.

At Midwest Memorials, we help families in Minnesota and Wisconsin compare granite monument colors to find the best balance of beauty, longevity, and value for their memorial.

  • Granite is available in a wide range of natural colors, patterns, and finishes. Some colors offer higher contrast for engraving, while others create a softer, more subtle appearance. Availability can change over time, and certain colors may be more limited depending on quarry production. We will help you select a granite color that complements your design, budget, and engraving style while maintaining long-term beauty and durability.

  • Granite is quarried from many regions around the world, including right here in the Midwest such as Minnesota and the Dakotas and across the United States. While some assume imported granite is always more expensive, that is not necessarily the case.

  • Pricing is influenced by factors such as availability, transportation, and production—not simply the country of origin. We source quality granite from both domestic and international quarries and will help you compare options to find the best balance of color, quality, and value.

Jet Black

Jet Black

Blue Pearl

Blue Pearl

Coral Blue

Coral Blue

Academy Black

Academy Black

Impala Black

Impala Black

Lake Superior Green

Lake Superior Green

Messabi Select

Messabi Select

Gold Star

Gold Star

Jet Mist

Jet Mist

St. Cloud Grey

St. Cloud Grey

Bethel White

Bethel White

Dakota White

Dakota White

Barre Gray

Barre Gray

Georgia Grey

Georgia Grey

Rockville White

Rockville White

Diamond Grey

Diamond Grey

Colonial Rose

Colonial Rose

Coffee Brown

Coffee Brown

Charcoal

Charcoal

Cats Eye

Cats Eye

Morning Rose

Morning Rose

Carnelian

Carnelian

Bellingham

Bellingham

Mountain Red

Mountain Red

Mill Lane *Our Foundation Color

Mill Lane *Our Foundation Color

Rustic Mahogany

Rustic Mahogany

Taj Aurora

Taj Aurora

Tropical Green

Tropical Green

Emerald Pearl

Emerald Pearl

Engraving Fonts

There are many font styles available for monuments and memorial engraving. Certain styles perform better depending on the color, finish, and design of the monument. Our team will guide you in selecting an engraving style that complements the memorial beautifully while ensuring clarity, durability, and long-lasting quality over time.

times new roman memorial lettering style engraved on granite sample
roman outline memorial lettering style engraved on granite sample
polished edge memorial lettering style engraved on granite sample
shadow bar memorial lettering style engraved on granite sample
polished edge condensed memorial lettering style engraved on granite sample
goudy memorial lettering style engraved on granite sample
script memorial lettering style engraved on granite sample
script outline memorial lettering style engraved on granite sample
vermarco outline memorial lettering style engraved on granite sample
runestone memorial lettering style engraved on granite sample
avinne memorial lettering style engraved on granite sample
ariel memorial lettering style engraved on granite sample
government memorial lettering style engraved on granite sample
modern outline memorial lettering style engraved on granite sample
apf chancery memorial lettering style engraved on granite sample
brush script memorial lettering style engraved on granite sample
uncial gothic memorial lettering style engraved on granite sample
Lombardic memorial lettering style engraved on granite sample
Optima font sample
Granite sample with a label showing uppercase alphabet letters and numbers from 1 to 0
A black and white gravel-textured sign with the words "Polished Raised" and a minimum size of 3/4 inch, displaying the alphabet in uppercase letters and numbers 0-9 in black on a light background.
Condensed Roman font
Sample of Commercial Gothic font with uppercase alphabet and numbers 0-9.
A sample of a font called 'Common Gothic' with black uppercase alphabet letters and numbers on a white background, surrounded by a dark textured border, and the text indicates a minimum size of 3/4 inch.
A black and gray granite-looking sign displaying a Gothic style font called 'Splayed Corner Gothic' with uppercase letters A-Z and numbers 0-9, minimum size 3/4 inch.
Gray granite nameplate with black border displaying uppercase alphabet letters A-Z and digits 0-9 in black, serif font.
A granite flare block with black uppercase alphabet letters A-Z and numbers 0-9 on a white label.
A concrete bench with a black metal frame holding a stone plaque that displays the alphabet in uppercase letters and numbers 1 through 0 in black font.
Roman alphabet chart featuring uppercase letters A-Z and numbers 0-9, labeled as Special Roman Condensed with minimum size 1 inch.
Sample of Old English font displaying uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers 1 through 0, and an asterisk
Sample alphabet with uppercase and lowercase letters, and numbers in a decorative font on a textured background.
Samples of cursive handwriting showing uppercase and lowercase letters, numbers, and script style on a label.

Companion Monuments & Design Layouts

These are larger memorials designed for a memorial centered over 2 graves or over a single grave depending on lot size.

A granite headstone engraved with the name 'Zirbes' and the names and birth and death dates of Paul L. Zirbes and Jeanette M. Zirbes, with a religious emblem of praying hands and flowers at the top left.
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A headstone with the name 'Calvin Joe' and dates 'Sept. 11, 1944 - Feb. 13, 2022' on one side, and the name 'Ellis' on the other, featuring a stained glass accent in the middle.
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A headstone with the surname 'Lowe', engraved with the names Michael Jon Lowe (1934-2018) and Elizabeth Ann Lowe (1938-2019), with a decorative cross and ring symbol, and the phrase 'Live Laugh Love' on the base.
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Black granite headstone with engraved images of two women inside a floral wreath at the top. The headstone has the words 'Mother & Daughter' above the images. It features names, birth and death dates, and a cross in the center, with the surname 'Wrig
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A double black granite tombstone with engraved images and inscriptions for Alois F. Kantor and Peggy J. Kantor. The tombstone features a white sculpture of two children in the center with the name 'KANTOR' beneath. The left side has a scene of a deer
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A family gravestone monument with the names and birth and death dates of father James M., mother Sandra R., and son James M. II. The monument has a picture of praying hands at the top and the surname Wenner engraved prominently at the bottom, with de
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Granite tombstone for Kinsley family with a Christian cross, engraved portraits, and birth and death dates.
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Black and gray granite tombstone with engraved text and symbols for the Peller family, includes names Kevin D. and Jackie R., birth and death dates, a heart with a banner and the word 'LOVE,' and a tree image at the top.
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Black granite tombstone carved with the surname 'Baumann' and a landscape scene. It includes two names: Bryan H. Baumann (June 7, 1941 - Feb. 12, 2002) and Cary S. Baumann (July 9, 1931). The base and back of the tombstone are made from rough granite
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A pink granite headstone with engraved mountains at the top, the surname 'RYDER' in the center, and two name plates underneath for Roman M. and Evelyn T., with their birth and death dates.
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A cemetery headstone for Daniel Baker, born September 8, 1942, died June 26, 2022, and Emma Baker, born February 27, 1946. The headstone has the family surname 'BAKER' at the top, with their names, birth and death dates inscribed below.
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Granite headstone engraved with the name Wellman, floral decorations, and a heart with marriage date August 6, 1938, and death date July 2015.
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Gray gravestone with black heart-shaped top engraved with last name 'Schwarz'. Two smaller black vases with flowers on either side. Names and dates for Warren W. and Arlene J. above their respective birth and death dates.
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Black and gray granite headstone with a cross and a dove, inscribed with the names Raymond S. Lemke and Marion D. Lemke, and their birth and death dates, with a message "Forever In Our Hearts."
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Granite headstone with engraved text for Harvey L. Green and Helen A. Green, along with their birth and death dates, and a photograph of two women at the top. A black vase is positioned on the right side of the headstone.
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Red granite tombstone with a heart shape and engraved text for Spencer, Kathleen, and Robert, with words "Live, Laugh, Love".
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Gravestone for Harper with names Andrew and Caroline, birth and death dates, cross symbol, and decorative flowers at the top.
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Granite headstone with the name 'Wallen' engraved, including birth and death dates for Gregory L. and Hannah R. Wallen.
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Black engraved tombstone with the name Hofmann and floral designs, featuring birth and death dates for Robert Lee and Vanessa Jo.
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Black granite headstone with two side plaques, a heart-shaped photo in the center, flowers on either side, and inscriptions for Dana Lynn and Jerry Jay, with the Jenkins family name at the bottom.
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Black granite double headstone with engraved images of an angel and a dove, inscribed with the names Patrick William and Sandra Kay, birth and death dates, and the surname Connor.
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Black granite headstone with white lettering and floral designs, commemorating William T. Lemke (1940-2021) and Sarah M. Lemke (1941-2023), with a cross symbol and flowers on either side.
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Black granite headstone with flowers, a wedding ring, and engraved names and dates, including Finch, Dennis G. and Janice 'Jay', with children listed at the bottom.
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Gravestone with the surname Mitchell, engraved with names Gary and Rosemary, their birth and death dates, and a wedding date, decorated with flowers, a cross, and wedding rings, with an inscription for loving parents and grandparents.
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Gray and black granite headstone for Harris, with decorative sky and clouds background, featuring images of a young man and woman, and a rural house with trees in the foreground, engraved with names, dates of birth and death, and a logo at the top.
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Gravestone with a cross and the name Brandoff, with two names and dates of birth and death for Dennis J. and Dorey L.
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Black granite headstone with gray edges engraved with the name Uquhart and two names, Matthew and Ashley Katherine, with their birth and death dates.
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Granite headstone engraved with the surname "Beckham" and details of John (1930-2010) and Joann (1933-2016), includes an inscription "Married 60 Years" and decorative floral carvings at the top.
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A gray granite headstone with white lettering, engraved with the name 'Stark.' It includes names and birth/death dates for Peter J. (July 10, 1948 - May 21, 2000) and Kathy D. (Nov. 4, 1950). The headstone has a tree branch design at the top and a ba
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Black granite headstone with engraved angel and rays of light, inscribed with the name Franklin, two birth dates and two death dates for John A. and Elizabeth M.,
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Granite tombstone for Westlake, with inscriptions for father Jacob C. and mother Sarah R., who passed away in 2018, and supporting text for loving parents of Jonathan.
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Gravestone with a cross and floral design, engraved with the surname Erickson and names Peter, Kathy, and Paul along with their birth and death dates, and a note about their marriage and Catholic faith.
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Individual Monument Styles and Designs

These are smaller upright memorials designed for a single individual over a single grave.

Gravestone with the name Raymond J. Delong, dates September 1, 1940 to June 9, 2012, with a praying hands and floral design
Two simple line drawings of hats, one with a rounded top and a brim, the other with a square shape.
A heart-shaped granite gravestone with floral carving on the left and engraved text for Michelle Ann Johnson's birth and death dates.
Outline drawing of two oven mitts and a rectangular tray or counter.
A memorial headstone engraved with the name Nicole L. Seybert, dates September 3, 1935 to October 22, 2013, and a photograph of an elderly woman smiling, along with a lighthouse and rocky landscape. There is a logo for HDL High Definition Laser on th
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A gray granite headstone with an engraved portrait of Melanie Abbie Arthurson at the top, surrounded by a gold oval frame. The headstone features engraved clouds and sunlight rays at the top, and two butterflies near the bottom. It displays her name
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Gravestone for Steven Gregory King with a dove on top, a bouquet of flowers on the side, and a guitar engraved at the bottom, with an inscription honoring his life.
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Gravestone with angel carving and black oval plaque for Natasha Rae Britz, with birth date May 22, 1990, and death date September 3, 2007.
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Heart-shaped gray tombstone with engraved name Caleb Adam Henderson, birth date February 24, 2001, and death date December 5, 2010. A small teddy bear illustration is engraved at the center of the heart.
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A trophy with two intertwined heart-shaped figures, one gray and one black, with colored circles inside the black heart. It is mounted on a black base with an engraved nameplate.
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A black and white engraved photo of a woman with flowers and a butterfly, engraved on a glass plaque mounted on a marble base, with a logo in the top right corner that reads HDHL High Definition Laser.
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Gray and black gravestone with a carved angel figure holding a heart-shaped plaque. The plaque has the inscription 'Mary Anne Gilberts, Aug. 3, 1930 - Apr. 22, 2010.'
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Black granite headstone with a cross and the name 'Wenner' engraved, along with birth and death dates, a church symbol, pine trees, a creek scene, and an inscription, with a flower vase beside it.
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