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Hello there. There is much confusion between the two terms. Generally, here in the UK grave markers are called gravestones, while in US many refer to them as headstones.
Sometimes, when people refer to headstones, they are talking about a flat gravemarker as opposed to an upright stone. When ordering a grave marker, it is important to make your wishes clear by describing the type of marker that is desired.

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