Gravestone Symbolism

Alpha and Omega

First and last letters of the Greek alphabet. Symbolizes the beginning and the end.

Apple

Apples represent salvation, sometimes sin.

Broken Bud or Branch

Someone who died an untimely or premature death. Usually seen on a younger person's gravestone.

Broken Chain Link

Symbolizes a loss in the family.

Broken Wheel

Symbolizes the end of life; a break in the circle or wheel of life.

Rabbit

Humility, gentleness, self-sacrifice.

Shoes

Empty shoes symbolize the loss of a child. Usually one shoe is overturned.