Star

Holy Cross St. Joseph Cemeteries, Indianapolis, Indiana

The star can represent the life of Christ and the Five Holy Wounds of Christ–one wound in each hand, a wound in each foot, and one in his side where Jesus was pierced to check to make sure he was dead.

Presbyterian Cemetery, Ellettsville, Indiana

The gravestone above from the Presbyterian Cemetery in Ellettsville is a star design in the round.  From any direction, the star design stands out. 

Presbyterian Cemetery, Ellettsville, Indiana

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