headstones (tombstones)

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Scope note
Stones, usually upright, placed at the top of graves, that is, over the head of the interred body; generally includes an inscription noting the name and life and death dates of the deceased. For upright grave or commemorative stones in an ancient context, prefer "funerary stelea."
headstones
Accepted term: 09-Dec-2024