In some varieties of orthodox Judaism, the coffin must be plain, made of wood, and contain no metal parts nor adornments. These coffins use wooden pegs instead of nails. In China and Japan, coffins made from the scented, decay-resistant wood of cypress, sugi, thuja and incense-cedar are in high demand.

I just wanted to tell you that we laid my brother to rest on Sunday afternoon, and everyone thought the casket was beautiful. (Even the grounds people, as they lowered the casket into the ground, commented on it.)

It was *exactly* what was needed. Thanks again to you and your husband for helping to make what was a very sad occasion a bit easier on us all.

Phil F

Old World Coffins - European Coffins - Shouldered Caskets

Our European Old World style of coffins are available in variety of wood types with Poplar, Pine and Mahogany being the more popular. It can be made with a raised one piece lid or a split lid for viewing. Exterior configurations include a Standard or Contemporary style, wood handles are standard with metal or none being optional. Color choices are from natural to very dark. Interiors come in unlined or fully lined and padded, in your choice of color. We also offer our European Old World coffins in a 100% Eco-Friendly version.

This Maple Coffin is designed in the European Old World Standard style with a raised split lid and solid wood handles. Sized to fit a standard vault.

This Poplar Coffin is designed in the European Old World Contemporary style with a raised lid and solid wood handles. Sized to fit a standard vault.

Pine/Cedar Coffin - In Stock -

This Pine and Cedar Coffin is designed in the European Old World style with a raised one-peice lid and solid wood handles. To be lined in the color of your choice, sized to fit a standard vault.

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