Cast Bronze Plaques · Australian Made · Delivered Australia Wide
Cast Bronze Memorial Plaques, Australian Made
Certified 85% copper LG2 bronze, cast and finished in Australia, from $508 including delivery. Design online with live pricing, or send us your wording and we will do it for you.
Bronze (often called brass) has been the material of remembrance since ancient Egypt, and for good reason: it does not rust, it weathers gracefully and a well cast plaque will still be legible in a hundred years. Forever Shining bronze plaques are cast in Australia from the finest LG2 statuary bronze, machined to show the natural metal on every letter and motif, and sealed with a clear lacquer. Design yours online with instant pricing, or let our team design it with you.
Australian Made
Cast, finished and painted in Australia. Forever Shining is a licensed Australian Made business.
Certified LG2 Bronze
85% copper statuary bronze, the grade that stays bright for generations. Every plaque ships with our Certificate of Authenticity.
Borders, Colours And Motifs Included
Ten borders, painted background colours and thousands of raised bronze motifs at no extra cost.
Accepted By Cemeteries
Meets Australian Standards and the requirements of InvoCare and council cemeteries across the country.
How Our Bronze Plaques Are Made
Each plaque is cast individually from your approved design. After casting, the top surface of the inscription, motifs and border is machined to reveal the bright natural bronze, and the recessed background is painted in the colour you choose. The whole plaque is then sealed with a high quality clear lacquer that protects the finish for years.
Letters, numerals and emblems are buffed, every casting is checked to be true and free of defects, and cemetery plaques are supplied with 3/8″ brass fixings (1/4″ for columbarium markers).
Bronze Plaque Prices
Prices below are straight from our online designer for the most requested sizes. Borders, background colour and motifs are included; a ceramic photo inset or special fixing is added on screen so you always see the final price before ordering.
| Bronze plaque size | Price incl. delivery | Typical use |
|---|---|---|
| 150 x 100 mm | $508 | Niche walls, memorial gardens, benches |
| 200 x 150 mm | $711 | Niche walls, small lawn plots |
| 250 x 200 mm | $936 | Lawn cemetery plaques |
| 300 x 200 mm | $1,048 | Lawn cemetery plaques, headstone plaques |
| 380 x 280 mm | $1,499 | Popular MCB lawn size (Perth), Pinnaroo Valley |
| 400 x 300 mm | $1,650 | Double lawn plaques, headstones |
| 500 x 400 mm | $2,403 | Full headstone plaques, commemorative plaques |
| 560 x 305 mm | $2,271 | Popular MCB lawn size (Perth), Pinnaroo Valley |
Prices checked in August 2026 in our online designer and include delivery to mainland Australia (Tasmania and remote areas may attract a freight surcharge). Any size from 100 x 60 mm to 560 x 400 mm can be priced instantly in the designer; larger and custom shapes are quoted. Ceramic photo insets and special fixings are priced as you add them.
Shapes, Sizes, Borders And Fixings
Shapes
Rectangle, oval and circle are standard. Any custom shape can be cast on request; ask us for a quote.
Sizes
Design online from 100 x 60 mm (three lines of text) up to 560 x 400 mm (eight lines). Larger plaques are quoted individually.
Borders
Ten border motifs to choose from, or no border at all. You choose the border at step three of the online designer.
Background Colours
The recessed background is painted in your choice of colour and sealed. Tip: darker colours are more durable in the Australian sun.
Photos
Add a colour or black and white photograph as a ceramic or vitreous enamel inset. We can retouch old photos for a small fee.
Mounting
Lugs with studs (recommended, helps prevent theft), flat back, front screws, or a ground stake. You pick the fixing in the designer.
Bronze Plaques We Have Made
A selection of cast bronze plaques designed by families in our online designer and made in our workshop. Click any plaque to see it full size, or browse the full plaque gallery.
Cemetery Requirements
Every cemetery has rules on plaque size, material and fixing, and it is the customer’s responsibility to confirm them before ordering; if you are unsure, tell us the cemetery and we will check for you. InvoCare cemeteries are particularly strict and our bronze plaques meet their requirements. Where a shire or council has no specific rules, Australian Standards apply. The most common lawn cemetery sizes are 380 x 280 mm and 560 x 305 mm. In Perth we are an approved mason for the Metropolitan Cemeteries Board and can lodge your application and install at Karrakatta, Fremantle, Pinnaroo Valley and the other MCB cemeteries. See our WA cemeteries guide for regional rules.
Trademarks and copyright. If your design includes a trademarked or copyrighted image or logo, written permission from the owner must be supplied with the order. A common example is the Australian Army Rising Sun badge; permission can be requested at army.gov.au.
Adding A Photo To Your Bronze Plaque
Choosing a photo
- Original colour or black and white photos, the sharper the better
- We can retouch creases, tears and stains (charges may apply)
- We can remove backgrounds or other people from the image; leave a note when you order
Scanning a photo
- Email the file, or share a link for large files
- Take the photo out of its frame and remove any protective layer
- Scan at 300 dpi or higher on a clean scanner bed
- PNG, PSD, JPEG and TIFF are all fine; 5 to 10 MB is plenty
Certificate Of Authenticity
Every Forever Shining bronze plaque is made in Australia and certified as cast in the finest statuary LG2 bronze:
- Copper 85%, Zinc 5%, Tin 5%, Lead 5%
- Letters, numerals and emblems buffed; each casting true and free from defects
- Colour applied and sealed with a clear protective coating
- Cemetery markers secured with 3/8″ brass bolts, nuts and washers; columbarium markers with 1/4″ fixings
Read more about 85% versus 60% copper bronze plaques.
More Than Memorial Plaques
Bronze suits far more than the cemetery. We cast bas-relief sculpture plaques that turn a photograph into raised bronze, bronze statues, commemorative and remembrance plaques, dedication plaques for parks and buildings, and entrance signage. Contact us for a free quote.
Bronze Plaque Questions
Are brass memorial plaques the same as bronze plaques?
People often say “brass plaque” when they mean bronze. Brass is copper and zinc; bronze is copper and tin, and cast LG2 statuary bronze (85% copper) is harder, darker and far more weather resistant, which is why cemeteries specify bronze for memorial plaques. If you have been quoted for a brass memorial plaque, compare it with a Forever Shining cast bronze plaque, from $508 delivered.
How much does a bronze memorial plaque cost?
Our cast bronze plaques start at $508 for 150 x 100 mm and $1,048 for 300 x 200 mm, including delivery to mainland Australia. The popular Perth cemetery sizes are $1,499 (380 x 280 mm) and $2,271 (560 x 305 mm). You see the exact price for your size, photo and fixing in the online designer before you order.
Why does the copper content of a bronze plaque matter?
Higher copper content gives a richer colour and better corrosion resistance. Forever Shining plaques are cast in LG2 statuary bronze with 85% copper, compared with 60% in some imported plaques. Read our comparison of 85% and 60% copper bronze plaques for the detail.
How long does a bronze plaque take?
Allow 6 to 8 weeks from approved proof, because each plaque is individually cast at the foundry, machined, painted and lacquered. Rush jobs are sometimes possible; ask when you order.
Will my cemetery accept a Forever Shining bronze plaque?
Yes. Our plaques meet Australian Standards and the requirements of InvoCare and council cemeteries. Every cemetery has its own size and fixing rules, so check with them (or ask us) before ordering. In Perth we are an approved MCB mason and can lodge and install for you.
What background colours are available?
Any standard colour can be applied to the recessed background, from traditional black, brown and dark green to blues and burgundy. Darker colours last longest in direct sun.
Can you make bronze plaques with a sculpted image?
Yes. Our bas-relief plaques reproduce a photo or scene as hand-sculpted raised bronze, and we also cast bronze statues, commemorative plaques and building signage. Contact us for a free quote.
Prefer us to design it?
Send the wording, a photo if you have one and the cemetery name. We will design the plaque, price it and email you a proof at no charge.
Design Your Bronze Plaque Today
See the price as you design, or call (08) 6191 0396 and we will do it with you.