Lynchburg's native Gneiss was used for gravestones in the area during the late 18th and early 19th centuries. For more information, visit the Old City Cemetery's web site at www.gravegarden.org ___________________________________________ W. Scott Breckinridge Smith Historical Research & Consulting Post Office Box 75, Lynchburg, Virga. 24505 H:434-528-3995 M:434-401-0020 www.WScottSmith.com -----Original Message----- From: Research and writing about Virginia genealogy and family history. [mailto:[log in to unmask]] On Behalf Of [log in to unmask] Sent: Wednesday, July 14, 2004 8:20 AM To: [log in to unmask] Subject: Gravestone Markers Hi to the list As to Virginia not having "native stone" and the need to import such...The slatestone quarries of Buckingham County were the source of many unique and still beautiful stones. I do not know the earliest dates that these were used (or mined) but cemeteries around Arvonia should be investigated to see what is probably a most unique historical cemetery, for the historical value of the stones. I have been there several times just to walk and appreciate the craftmanship. To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-roots.html To subscribe, change options, or unsubscribe please see the instructions at http://listlva.lib.va.us/archives/va-roots.html