Standard Plaques
Standard Plaques
The standard plaque range is the foundation of the Bronze Memorial Plaques collection, offering 22 rectangular designs in both landscape and portrait orientations. Whether you are looking for a traditional plaque with a cross and rose, a clean text-only design, or a family plaque with detachable name plates that can be added over time, this range covers it all.
Lettering styles include both Roman serif for a classic feel and Helvetica sans-serif for a more modern presentation. Motif options range from Celtic crosses and paired roses to scroll banners and optional religious symbols. Several designs feature side-by-side or vertically stacked detachable plates, making them well suited to family memorials where additional inscriptions may be needed in the future.
Every plaque is cast in bronze with gold lettering on a dark brown background, and each can be personalised with your chosen inscription. Browse the designs below and send an enquiry for a personalised quote.
Choosing the right standard plaque
The designs in this range share a rectangular shape and traditional bronze-on-brown finish, so the key differences come down to orientation, motifs, and whether you need space for more than one person.
If you prefer a plaque without religious imagery, several text-only designs are available in both Roman serif and Helvetica sans-serif lettering, with or without a decorative double-line border. For those who would like a cross, options include plain, Celtic, and optional styles. Rose motifs appear on their own, in pairs, or alongside a cross, each in a slightly different arrangement.
Families planning ahead may want to consider one of the detachable plate designs, which allow individual name plates to be added over time without replacing the plaque. Portrait-oriented plaques suit narrower mounting spaces such as memorial walls or columns. If none of the rectangular formats feel right, the oval and book-shaped ranges offer alternative forms.
What is the difference between landscape and portrait standard plaques?
Landscape plaques are wider than they are tall, which is the most common orientation and suits most headstone and wall settings. Portrait plaques are taller than they are wide, making them a better fit for narrow mounting spaces such as memorial wall columns or pillar-style headstones. Both orientations are available with the same lettering and border options.
Can I get a standard bronze plaque with no cross or motifs at all?
Yes, several designs in this range feature text only with no cross, rose, or decorative motifs. These are available in both Roman serif and Helvetica sans-serif lettering, with either a single-line or double-line border. They offer a clean, minimalist presentation that lets the inscription stand on its own.
What does the reserved section on a portrait plaque mean?
One portrait design includes a blank reserved section at the bottom, set aside for a future second inscription. This allows you to plan ahead for a partner or family member without needing a separate plaque or detachable plates. The reserved area is clearly marked and remains part of the plaque until it is needed.
How many people can be included on a standard plaque with detachable plates?
Most detachable plate designs accommodate two people with side-by-side or vertically stacked name plates beneath a shared base inscription. One design in this range is the only plaque in the entire collection that offers triple inscription with three separate detachable plates, making it suited to larger family memorials.
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