Nick,
That's true. Depending on configuration it can also be a Dado or Stele,
also wonderful names if not as closely tied to the subject. Dado does sound
like dodo which, as we know, is extinct. Somewhat related at least.
Mark
-----Original Message-----
From: Karin Schneebeli <[log in to unmask]>
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Date: Wednesday, September 08, 1999 8:47 PM
Subject: Re: Graveyard Glossary
>Re Graveyard Glossary:
>
>In the trade, the upright part of an upright monument
>is called a "DIE", seriously.
>
>Respectfully,
>
>N. Micros
>